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Preparation for First Penance and
Reconciliation
“’Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you. And when he
had said this, he breathed on them and said to them, ‘Receive the Holy Spirit.
Whose sins you forgive are forgiven them, and whose sins you retain are
retained’” (John 20:21-23, New American Bible).
The Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation is a great gift to our lives as
Catholics and one that we should frequently receive. Going to Confession makes
our hearts pure to receive our Lord in the Holy Eucharist. Therefore, children
are prepared for First Penance prior to making their First Holy Communion.
Preparation for First Penance and Reconciliation involves parents and
children in preparation through attending mandatory parent meetings,
collaborating on the children’s assignments, and growing together in
knowledge and love for the great gift of the Sacrament Reconciliation.
Our program requires excellent class attendance, attendance at both
mandatory parent meetings, along with
satisfactory completion of class assignments and other preparatory materials.
Above all, sacramental preparation must be centered on the Holy Eucharist.
Therefore, we are inviting all of our parents and children to make the
celebration of Sunday Mass the most important aspect of their preparation. These
requirements will facilitate each child in making a good confession, realizing
God’s great gift of forgiveness and love in their lives, and growing deeper in
their conversion to Christ. Further catechesis for the Sacrament of Penance and
Reconciliation is ongoing as our children continue to grow deeper in their
faith.
“Jesus, Son of the living God, have mercy on me, a sinner” |
First Penance and Reconciliation Requirements
Class Attendance
Students should demonstrate excellent class attendance.
Mandatory Parent Meetings
There is one mandatory Parent meeting for the Sacrament of First
Reconciliation. We offer two alternative dates for this meeting for your
convenience. Each family must attend this meeting.
Sunday, November 16, during your child's RE class
Wednesday, November 19, 7:30pm in parish hall
Completion of Preparatory Materials
Parents and children should work together to complete student’s
assignments in preparation for the Sacrament of Penance and
Reconciliation.
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The Celebration of First
Penance and Reconciliation -
Saturday, January 31, 2009 at 10:30am
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