Parish Service
Quinceañeras
We recommend registering 6 months before the date, to have time to complete all the requirements.
Requirements
- Have completed Confirmation or be enrolled in the Confirmation program (two years). Information: Religious Education office, 559-896-2620.
- The quinceañera and her court attend one retreat before the celebration.
- The quinceañera goes to confession a week before the celebration.
- To get the application, you must be enrolled in Confirmation or OCIA. Ask for it the day you register for Confirmation.
Documents to bring
- Completed Quinceañera application.
- Baptism and First Communion certificates.
- If you are in OCIA: a letter from the coordinator stating that you attend the classes.
- If you are already confirmed: your Confirmation certificate.
Dates, classes and preparation
- Community Quinceañeras: Saturdays.
- Private Quinceañeras: Saturdays or weekdays, depending on availability.
- On the day of the Quinceañera there is a practice 15–20 minutes before the celebration.
Cost or suggested offering
- $300 for the Community Mass.
- $450 for a Private Mass (registered parishioners).
- $550 for a Private Mass (non-registered).
- $200 deposit to reserve the date, non-refundable if you cancel. The balance is paid in full one month before the Mass.
- Confirmation and OCIA fees are separate.
Good to know
- Flower arches and rolling carpets are not allowed in the church.
- Photos and video are allowed, with reverence and respect.
- We recommend bringing a Bible, a rosary and a bouquet of natural flowers (an offering to the Virgin Mary).