First Communion and Reconciliation

All second grade students will be prepared to celebrate First Communion and Reconciliation. According to guidelines from the diocese, all students are to receive the sacrament of Reconciliation before receiving First Communion.  For this reason, Reconciliation is usually received near Christmas and First Communion is in the spring.  Parents are expected to participate in the preparation sessions offered during class time on Wednesday evening.

Sacramental Preparation for "Out of Sequence" Students

When the child is older than second grade, please provide a proof of baptism with the request for the sacraments.

We will provide age-appropriate resources (books and videos). We will also provide a session (more if needed) to help the adults with any concerns they may have as teachers of our faith.

We would encourage parents/or grandparents to be responsible for the education, but if they would prefer, we will find someone willing to work with their child.

Concerning First Communion, the children would have the option of receiving the sacrament during the parish celebration of First Communion or at another time, as long as it was prearranged with the pastor.  Readiness for the sacrament will be determined by an interview of the child (parents are welcome to attend). Parents should request this interview in a timely fashion so that an appointment can be set up at a time convenient for all involved.  This interview will be conducted by the pastor or D.R. E. (Director of Religious Education).