1st Recon. & Comm.

The Sacrament of First Reconciliation and First Eucharist are usually prepared for in second and third grades. The preparation for these sacraments is separated by six to twelve months to allow parents, teachers and children an unhurried time period. Sacramental preparation takes place in Religious Education classes and in Catholic School Religion lessons. Parents, guardians, or sponsors of the candidates are expected to enlarge on classroom instruction with at home preparation. The adult Catholic preparing the child is expected to give an example of regular reception of the sacraments. Children preparing for these sacraments are expected to attend Mass regularly.

Special Children Liturgies are offered as learning experiences and introduction to worship. Teaching materials are provided through the Religious Education Office. After the preparation is completed readiness of the candidate to receive either sacrament is determined by the parents, teachers, school principal, coordinator, and priests. Preparation is given those children who are older and wish to receive the Sacraments.