The formal preparation of children for the Sacrament of Holy Communion is in conjunction with First Reconciliation/Penance and occurs when they are seven years old, and in the second grade. It also involves ongoing participation in the regular parish Religious Education program provided for all families and children. In addition, there are specific activities in preparation for each sacrament including work at home and in the parish. Parental involvement is essential including two parent/child workshops.
Your child must already be baptized to participate in this sacramental formation; therefore, a Baptismal certificate is required at registration. Also, the student must attend 2 consecutive years of Faith Formation Classes before they may receive the sacraments - that means First Grade RE and Second Grade RE Classes.
2nd Year Sacrament Preparation - Important Sacramental Dates:
1st Reconciliation
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st Eucharist -
SACRAMENT Preparation for OLDER CHILDREN - 3rd grade and up!
Parent/Child Preparation at Home:
All parents are given resources to support preparation of the sacraments in the home during the 1st and 2nd year.
- All Children must learn these basic prayers during the 1st year. sacrament preparation prayers for children
- Parent/Child Preparation in the Home for Reconciliation
- Parent/Child Preparation in the Home for Eucharist
