First Eucharist & First Reconciliation

God's Divine Mercy & Love

First Reconciliation, also known as Penance or Confession, is a Sacrament of Healing. In this sacrament, we examine our conscience, confess our sins, profess our sincere sorrow, and promise to try to do better. We also receive healing and strengthening Grace.

First Eucharist, also known as First Communion, begins our full participation in the Mass through the reception of the Body and Blood of Christ.

Children who have completed Year 1 of religious education will receive First Reconciliation during Advent and First Eucharist in May of Year 2 of religious instruction. These children, usually, are in the 2nd Grade in school.*

*Older children who have missed receiving these sacraments in the 2nd Grade, will usually receive them in the 7th Year of religion when they receive Confirmation, provided they attend all the intervening years of instruction. Children in this category, who are out of standard sequence, will be evaluated on a case by case basis.

We also work with children with Special Needs to receive First Eucharist and Reconciliation.

There are important meetings that Parents/Guardians are required to attend:

• The First Reconciliation meeting is in October at which time you will receive the dates for First Eucharist.
• The First Eucharist meeting is in January.

Please check the Parent Handbook and our Calendar for exact dates and times.