Preparation for First Eucharist begins with the preparation for the sacrament of Reconciliation (also known as penance or confession).
The Sacrament of First Reconciliation 2021-2022:
Missed the First Reconciliation & Eucharist Meeting this past Wed, Oct. 13? Watch the recorded meeting here.
1. The Sacrament of Penance (also known as Reconciliation or Confession) will be celebrated Saturdays, Jan. 15 & 22.
For children (and families) attending class and preparing for the Sacrament, sign up your child for a family appt here.
2. The First Eucharist form to be completed with baptismal information is found online here.
3. Find links to handouts on the Act of Contrition, Steps for Confession, and the agenda here.
Meetings for First Eucharist 2021-2022 are scheduled for Wednesdays, Jan. 19 and March 23 at 6:30pm in Church. (Parents, please plan on attending both meetings with your child). The date(s) for the celebration of First Eucharist is yet to be determined and will take place in May.
For questions, please contact Ellen Ward at ward@stfrancisa2.org or 734-476-5640 (text questions)[/read]
For students not attending SFA school, Sign up for Religious Education 2021-2022 classes here
Preparation for the Sacrament of First Reconciliation normally takes place in the second grade for children baptized in the Catholic Faith. Essential for the preparation of First Reconciliation is regular worship in Sunday Mass, participation in religious education classes, two parent and child preparation meetings, and a commitment on the part of the parents to the religious education of their children.
A first grade religious education is normally required for the preparation of First Reconciliation in the second grade.
The preparation for the Sacrament of First Eucharist also requires regular worship in Sunday Mass, participation in religious education classes, two parent and child preparation meetings and has received First Reconciliation.
If your child has missed some or all grades, there is a place for your child to begin sacramental preparation.
For more information regarding your older child, please contact Ellen Ward at ward@stfrancisa2.org or call at 734-821-2130.