Sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Eucharist
A sacrament is one of our most personal encounters with Christ, by which He expresses His love for us and through which we respond with our love for Him. To be properly disposed to receive a sacrament, we must have a loving, ongoing relationship with Christ. To receive a sacrament the following must be present:
  • The child's faith must have been nourished and directed through formational instruction (at least one year prior to the reception of the sacrament).
  • Family participation with the worshipping community on a regular basis at the celebration of Mass.
  • True readiness for the sacrament on the part of the child.
  • Full involvement of the parent/guardian in the preparation process.
  • The desire on the part of the child to receive the sacrament.


First Reconciliation

First Reconciliation takes place in the fall for all children in the second grade. The program includes two parent meetings with instruction. Contact: Gary Heun 414-259 -0950.


First Eucharist

The First Eucharist program for all children in grade two begins with parent meetings in January. Other sessions include renewal of baptismal promises with a special dinner and other family activities. Group reception of First Eucharist is held at two special Masses. Individual reception may also be arranged.