YEAR 2: SAcramental Preparation

The First Reconciliation/Eucharist preparation process is, first & foremost, family-centered, and recognizes the fact that there is no better or more effective catechist for a child than his or her parent(s). Children must be baptized before First Reconciliation or First Eucharist.   

​Participation in Faith Formation classes is a requirement for First Reconciliation/Eucharist preparation.   

Various components comprise the First Reconciliation/Eucharist program which are meant to nourish the faith of the whole family.

These components may include the following: 

 For Year 1 First Eucharist families: 
  • Parent meetings 
  • Parent-Child “Mini-Retreat” in Spring 
 
 For Year 2 First Eucharist families: 
  • ​Family sharing of Reconciliation/ Eucharist materials 
  • Parent-only meetings and parent-child gatherings  
  • Celebration of Sacrament of Reconciliation 
  • The First Eucharist celebration during the Easter Season