Baptism
Begin the gift of faith
"Let the little children come to me." Matthew 19:14
Congratulations on the birth of your child. You give your children many things — food, shelter, clothing, education, a loving home and a caring family. But it all begins with the gift of faith. Through baptism, your child will belong to Christ forever. So let's get started. We've got the water; you bring the little one.
Reconciliation
Experience peace in new beginnings
"And all this is from God, who has reconciled us to himself through Christ and given us the ministry of reconciliation." 2 Corinthians 5:18
God's love is unconditional. Whenever we turn to God with a sincere sorrow for sin and a desire to make a new beginning, God is there to meet us with forgiveness.
The Sacrament of Penance is offered from 12:15 PM to 1:00 PM on Saturdays, or by appointment with a priest.
First Communion
Receiving Jesus for the first time
"I am the living bread that came down from heaven." John 6:51
Our sacramental preparation program is a faith journey for children that culminates in receiving Jesus for the first time in the most intimate way possible. First Communion is typically celebrated in the second grade on the fourth Sunday of Easter. Special arrangements are made for older children to receive this sacrament.
Confirmation
Filled with the Holy Spirit
"And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit." Acts 2:4
Confirmation stirs up the gifts of the Holy Spirit received at Baptism and marks the completion of the three Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, First Communion and Confirmation. It is the beginning of new life as a full member of the Roman Catholic Church. Teens in our parish begin their preparation in the seventh grade and are confirmed in the eighth grade.
Matrimony
Aim high. Reach heaven together.
"And the two become one body." Genesis 2:24
Christ loves his Church, and married people reflect that love in the world. With our contemporary stained glass windows and wide open sanctuary space mixed with a time-honored design, St. Hilary weddings blend old-fashioned tradition with modern elegance. Our Wedding Coordinator will walk you through every detail, and our priests will prepare you spiritually for a loving and fruitful partnership for life.
We want to prepare you not just for a happy wedding day but for a happy and lasting marriage. Engaged couples should contact us at least six months prior to the anticipated wedding date to ensure adequate time for marriage preparation.
Anointing of the Sick
Experience Christ's healing
Jesus showed compassion toward the sick and suffering. The sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick extends God's grace of spiritual strength, peace and courage to overcome the difficulties that go with facing a serious health challenge or advanced age.
If a loved one is gravely ill or facing major surgery, one of our priests will administer the Sacrament of the Sick. Anointing of the Sick is available for all those suffering from a serious illness or notably weakened by the difficulties of old age. Sickness includes serious mental illness, depression and addiction. Please do not postpone this important rite.
Funeral Rites
We are truly sorry for your loss
"Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning." Psalm 30:5
One of the most painful experiences is laying a loved one to rest. We take the greatest care with funerals. Our team will help you plan the funeral and assist you with compassion and understanding on the day of the funeral and in the days to come. To help us get started, please complete the Funeral Information Form, or simply call us at 415-435-1122. If you are interested in our bereavement resources, visit the spiritual care and support page.
Become Catholic
This is your starting point
Every fall, those interested in becoming Catholic come together weekly to pray, study and share faith in a small group setting, as they prepare to be baptized — or to enter the Catholic Church from another Christian tradition — at the Easter Vigil.
Catholic means everybody. We welcome anyone who is interested in becoming Catholic, whether you have already been baptized or not, and there is never any pressure to continue. If you were baptized Catholic but never received the Sacrament of Confirmation, Starting Point is for you as well.