The quinceañera is a traditional celebration of life and gratitude to God on the occasion of the fifteenth birthday of a young Hispanic woman. The ritual emphasizes her passage from childhood to adulthood. The family usually requests a Mass or a blessing to be held in the Church. The rite is frequently celebrated in several countries in the Americas, including Mexico, Central and South America and the Caribbean. It is believed that this tradition comes from the Meso American tribes who celebrated rites of passage for the young men and women. These practices seem to be approved by the missionaries since they are similiar to Christian initiation and marriage. The quinceañera has become a popular religious practice in many places.
It is important to clarify that the quinceañera is NOT part of the seven sacraments of the Catholic Chruch.
The celebration of the quinceañera is a special time for young ladies and their families. Therefore at St. Martin we would like to offer you the best that we can in your celebration. In order to enroll in the quinceañera program you must present the following:
In order to schedule your quinceañera celebration please call 6 months prior to your proposed date.
Celebration times :
Please call our parish office for availability.
Costs:
For more information or to schedule an appointment regarding quinceañeras please contact contact the front office, 408-736-3725