Moments to Celebrate!

Marriage
As you plan your special day with us …
Susan our marriage preparation coordinator is happy to answer any questions you may have sstandley@sfxmissoula.org
Frequently Asked Questions
Marriage Preparation 2023-2024
Click the following links for information on marrying at St Francis Xavier:
- Intro and FAQ: The Sacrament of Marriage FAQ
- Pastor Welcome Letter: Welcome Letter
- Marriage Prep Basics at SFX: Marriage Preparation Basics
- Fee Schedule: St Francis Xavier Wedding Fees
- Outdoor Weddings: Outdoor Wedding Guidelines in the Diocese of Helena
- Environment Guidelines: St Francis Xavier Parish Environment Guidelines
- Music Guidelines: Music Guidelines for the Celebration of Marriage
Take a Virtual tour of St. Francis Xavier Church (drag your mouse to move around the church)
Diocese of Helena The Diocese of Helena Suitable Place for Outdoor Wedding
Questions regarding Family Ministry and Marriage Preparation please contact Susan Standley sstandley@sfxmissoula.org

Baptism
We look forward to welcoming new members into our parish community!
Baptism Preparation for Infant/Child – Pre-Registration Is Required with Katy McKinnon kmckinnon@sfxmissoula.org

First Holy Communion and First Reconciliation
First Reconciliation preparation is offered in the Fall each year. Second graders and above, who have been baptized Catholic, are invited to experience this sacrament in preparation for receiving their First Holy Communion. Please contact Michele Dexter mdexter@sfxmissoula.org 2023 Parent Handbook
2023-24 Schedule
Preparation for 1st Reconciliation & Communion
All Classes meet Sundays 9 am to 9:55 am in the Dave Thomas Room of the Loyola Center (1st room to the right as you enter the building on the cornor of Pine Street and Owen) Parents please see handbook for details. 2023 Parent Handbook
August 27, 2023 Sunday. 9am to 9:55 am Mandatory parent only meeting.
September 10 Class #1 for First Reconciliation
September 24
October 8
October 22
November 12
December 3 with parents
December 4, 2023 6:30 pm in the church Sacrament of First Reconciliation
January 7 Class #1 for First Holy Communion
January 21
February 11
March 3
April 14
April 21, 2024 1:00 pm in the church Sacrament of First Holy Communion
If needed due to a large class an additional date of April 28, 2024 at 1:00 pm will be added.

Confirmation
The Sacrament of Confirmation is offered to those baptized in the Catholic faith in the 6th through the 12th grade.
Young Adults contact: Please contact our Director of Jr. High & High School Youth Ministry
Adult Confirmation is offered in conjunction with our RCIA process. Please contact Fr. Hightower hightowersj@sfxmissoula.org 406.542.0321
2023 Schedule
Confirmation 2023
Please register with
Fr. Kirby Longo klongo@ctkmsla.org 406.697. 5828 and Fr. C. Hightower, SJ will be teaching the Class hightowersj@sfxmissoula.org 406.542.0321
High School Class: 6-7 at Christ the King Jan 8, 22, 29 & Feb 5, 13, 26
Middle School Class: 5-6 at St. Francis Xavier March 5, 12, 26 & April 16, 23, 30
April 24: Confirmation Ceremony

Religious Life / Ordained Ministries
If you are contemplating a vocation feel free to speak with our of our priests. Additionally more information maybe found through our links for both Diocesan as well as Jesuit Vocations