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First Confession and First Communion

Information and resources for parents and children to prepare for First Confession & First Communion

The Eucharist is one of God’s greatest gifts to us. The same Jesus who cured the sick, raised the dead, forgave sins, walked on water, and sacrificed His life on the cross, is waiting in the Tabernacle for you. He loves you. He loves all of His little children so much!


Is your child ready to receive the Precious Body and Blood of Jesus? We are so excited to continue this journey of Faith with you and your family.


First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion Preparation Schedule

Preparation for the Sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion is a two year experience at St. Catharine (which can begin as early as 1st grade). Families with children preparing to receive Sacraments should be celebrating Sunday Mass with us and enrolled in (and regularly attending) Family Faith Formation or Catechesis of the Good Shepherd for two consecutive years.


Family Faith Formation Session Options:

  • Sundays: 9:00am-10:45am


Click here for more information about Family Faith Formation


Important Dates for First Reconciliation and First Communion


Additional First Reconciliation and First Communion Classes for Students in Year 2 (who do not attend St. Catharine School)

(Sundays, 9:30am-10:45am)

  • September 17
  • October 15
  • November 19
  • December 17
  • January 28
  • February 11
  • March 10
  • April 7


Sessions for Parents

  • Parents should attend Family Faith Formation on Sundays. If your child is attending Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, please participate in the Parish Adult Faith Formation Fall Series or the Parish Adult Lenten Series (see the parish website or parish bulletin for more information).


First Reconciliation Retreat

(All parents and children preparing to receive the Sacrament of First Reconciliation at St. Catharine this year)

Saturday, December 9, 2023

  • 8:00am-12:00pm


First Communion Retreat

(All parents and children preparing to receive the Sacrament of First Reconciliation at St. Catharine this year)

Sunday, February 25, 2024

  • 8:15am-12:00pm

When is First Confession?

2023-2024


First Reconciliation (First Confession) - for Year 2 children

  • Saturday, December 16th, 2023 • 10:00am

When is First Holy Communion?

2023-2024


First Holy Communion Rehearsal - For all children

Tuesday, April 23, 2024

  • 7:30pm


First Holy Communion - For all children

Saturday, April 27, 2024

  • 12:00pm


Second Holy Communion 

  • Sunday, April 28, 2024

"Don't be afraid to go to the Sacrament of Confession, where you will meet Jesus who forgives you."

-Pope Francis


How do I enroll my child in formation for First Confession & Communion?

Families with a child (first grade or older) preparing to receive the Sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion must be enrolled in (and regularly attending) Family Faith Formation, as well as attending Sunday Mass. 


Students and parents preparing to receive First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion have additional sessions throughout the year with catechists to help them prepare for those Sacraments. We believe that this combination of Family Faith Formation and additional Sacramental preparation classes will provide excellent spiritual formation to the children and their families. Click the link below to register for Family Faith Formation!


At St Catharine, we realize that "parents have the first responsibility for the education of their children. The role of parents in education is of such importance that it is almost impossible to provide an adequate substitute". (Catechism of the Catholic Church #2221, 2223)


If you are preparing your child at home to receive the Sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Communion at St. Catharine, please contact Toni Carmon, toni@stcatharine.com to let us know the materials you are using and to work out the details necessary for reception of the Sacraments. To enroll in Family Faith Formation simply click below!


Still have questions?

If you have further questions, please contact our Director of Children's Faith Formation, Toni Carmon, at toni@stcatharine.com