CHILDRENS FAITH FORMATION

FIRST COMMUNION - A TWO YEAR PROGRAM

We believe that preparing children for Reconciliation and Eucharist is a wonderful opportunity for families. The early years of Faith Formation are formative for the whole family and provide a beautiful opportunity to reflect on how God has been present in their lives and to encounter Him in a meaningful way. We try to meet families where they are and help each family move forward on their faith journey. Preparation for First Reconciliation and Eucharist is a 2 year program, First Communion I (FCI) and First Communion II (FCII). All students must attend FCI prior to moving on to FCII, regardless of grade. The exception being children that attend catholic school, they only need attend FCII.

OUR FIRST COMMUNION II PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS 

• A Baptismal certificate for all student entering the FCI program
• Bimonthly classes (Sunday mornings for St. Peter and St. Kateri, Monday evenings for Our Lady of Lourdes)
• Monthly Parent Meetings (see schedules for parent meetings)
• Celebration of the Sacrament of Reconciliation in the winter and First Eucharist in the Spring -  Dates TBD
•  Mass attendance with Sign In at least 80% attendance
• Spring Retreat for all students in FCII
• Parental Involvement: parents have a primary role in the faith formation of their children. Click to Read the Article.

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FIRST COMMUNION PREP I PARENT MEETING
There will be a meeting for all parents with children enrolled in our First Communion Prep I program on:
March 20 5 PM OLOL
March 26 8:20 AM St. Peter

Please plan on attending the meeting that works best for your schedule to find out more information about what will be expected next year, a chance to register for next year with an early bird discount, to answer questions you may have, and to give feedback from this past year.

FIRST COMMUNION RETREAT
On April 1 the children preparing to receive the Eucharist for the first time this spring, will be on retreat at Our Lady of Lourdes. They will have a day filled with baking, learning songs, crafts, activities, and more! If you are interested in helping with crafts, behind the scenes, or are willing to help in the kitchen, please contact Patsy.