First Reconciliation/ Communion
Preparation for First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion Schedule
2023-2024
If your child has been baptized Roman Catholic (or has made a Profession of Faith if baptized in another Christian tradition) and is at least 7 years, in the 2nd grade, or is older they are eligible to begin the process of preparing for these important sacraments. The Archdiocese requires two years of religious education (RE) prior to receiving First Holy Communion. The first year, just the RE class is taken. During the second year of RE, you simultaneously register for the classes to prepare for the sacraments by returning the Application for First Holy Communion form. Please note: a parent or guardian must attend with the child/ren at each session. We do ask for a $30 donation to help defray the expenses. Here is the schedule for the preparation classes.
Preparation for First Reconciliation: (Required prior to First Holy Communion)
October 8 Session 1 All classes start at 11:15 AM in Unity
October 19 Parent Meeting 7:00 PM in Unity
October 29 Session 2
November 12 Session 3
December 3 Session 4
December 17 Session 5
January 7 Session 6
January 25 First Reconciliation practice 7 PM in the Church
January 26 First Reconciliation celebration 7 PM in the Church
Preparation for First Holy Communion
February 4 Session 1 All classes start at 11:15 AM in Unity
February 18 Session 2
March 3 Session 3
March 11 Parent Meeting 7:00 PM in Unity
March 17 Session 4
April 7 Session 5
April 21 Session 6
May 4 and April 27* Pictures and rehearsal 3:00 PM in the Church
May 4 and April 27* First Holy Communion Masses 5:00 PM in the Church
*students select one date
