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First Reconciliation

Preparation For The Sacrament of 1st Reconciliation


Open to registered parishioners 2nd Grade and older

This is the Sacrament where you/we receive the forgiveness of Jesus, through speaking with the priest who represents Jesus to us.  The weight of our sins are lifted in this beautiful sacrament where Jesus himself, through the priest’s words of absolution, gives us pardon and peace!

We want your child to understand how this sacrament is a blessing to our heart and soul.

In order to help them understand, our 1st Reconciliation sacramental preparation is held both at home and at church.  When the class meets at church, they will meet on the same days as the 1st – 5th Graders (typically on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month) from 6:30-7:45 p.m.  There is also a special retreat for children and their parents/guardians. 

Below are the details for preparation for 1st Reconciliation:

  1. Participate in Faith Formation sessions both at the parish and at home.
  2. Attend mass weekly.
  3. Complete 5 hours of service.  Complete and submit the Service Hours form(Bring Completed form to Retreat) Service hours may include the December and April Family Service Projects*, Children’s Choir, Children’s Christmas Program, Families Moving Forward*, Coffee & Donut Ministry*, or Greeter for Mass*. (*indicates participation with an adult is required)
  4. Attend retreat with parent/guardian or Godparent.  The retreat is typically held on a Saturday in January or February.
  5. Celebrate the Sacrament of First Reconciliation at the retreat.