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 2^nd 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