Congratulations on your 15^th Birthday! 

The Parish community of St. Patrick’s shares your joy in celebrating the gift of life. Based upon the Native American and Hispanic ttradition we continue celebrating the 15^th birthday as a time for accepting greater responsibility in the family and community. It is a transition from childhood to adulthood.

Together, we give thanks to God for your life and family in preparing for your 15^th birthday celebration. Here are the answers to some of the most common questions:

What do I need to do? 

Currently, there are three ways a young person can celebrate their “Quince años”.

1. With a special blessing at any regularly scheduled Mass.
2. In a group of 3 or more young persons.
3. In an individual celebration on Saturday at 10 or 11:30 a.m.*

·        Weekly attendance at SUNDAY MASS at St. Patrick’s (at least 6 weeks prior to celebration).

·        A 4-hour RETREAT.

·        Attendance to the YOUTH GROUP Sunday from 5-7 p.m. in the Parish Hall.

·        15 hours of SERVICE to the Parish.

·        A one page thanksgiving prayer

·        A MEETING with Fr. Greg and with your parents, two month prior to the celebration.

The Eucharistic Service consists of: 

◊    2 Readings

◊    A talk

◊    Renewal of baptismal promises and reading of the thanksgiving prayer by the

      Quinceañera/o.

◊    Special blessing by the community

◊    Communion

◊    Presentation of the flowers

 Usually the presider is a priest. However, a Deacon or other Parish Minister may preside.  

Is there a Cost?

A donation is not expected for the special blessing at a regularly scheduled Mass. Any donation received will be used to support our Youth Ministry Program. The customary donation for a group is $75.00 per person.

• In an individual celebration on Saturdays at 10 or 11:30 a.m.**

 The customary donation for a special service is $250.00. 

*Sixty days prior to the celebration you may call the coordination to see if the time can be changed to the afternoon- if weddings are not scheduled for 1:00 or 2:00 p.m. 

** Includes donation to coordinator for the rehearsal and day of the celebration, retreat and basic environment.