First Reconciliation (Penance) & First Holy Communion
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 (a.k.a. Confession, Penance) - UPDATE - Father will have a Calendy App that you will be able to make appointments for Reconciliation for your family. There will be NO ADVENT Penance Service. As soon as Father Sets up the Calendar for Confessions, I will make sure you all know! All families are encouraged to go to confession as well. We will be keeping Social Distancing and please wear masks.
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st Eucharist -
We are planning to celebrate 1st Holy Communion May 1 and 2nd, 2021.
More information as we get closer.
Check out the videos below to refresh your memory on how and why to receive 1st Communion.
Dress code
Parent/Child Preparation ideas for at Home:
All parents are given resources to support preparation of the sacraments in the home during the 1st and 2nd year.