FIRST COMMUNION

Two of the most important and significant rites of passage for a Catholic child are the Sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Eucharist (Communion).  In the Religious Education Program, there are two years of preparation for these sacraments.  First Reconciliation and First Eucharist are normally received in second grade. 

There is the option to receive individually with the family at a parish liturgy instead of participating in the group celebration.  Older students, who did not receive their First Reconciliation or First Communion in second grade, may receive the sacraments when they are properly prepared.  Parents of older students meet with the religious education director to be involved in the at-home preparation.  

We would like to take this opportunity to thank the following catechists in the RE Program who work so hard to make these sacraments meaningful and special for their students:  Pam Reith, Marybeth Fehrman, Sarah Palandri, Elise Wilson, Sarah Rosenquist, Marisa Ciaccia

The Religious Education Program First Communion for the 2008/2009 school year will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2009, at 11:00 a.m.