As Catholics, the Holy Eucharist is the source and summit of our faith. It is the body, blood, soul, and divinit of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Pope Francis calls this a "Sacrament of Love." Children in 2nd grade will make their First Communion during the spring of their 2nd grade year, after they make their First Reconciliation. This is a very beautiful, personal, and intimate Sacrament and a profound way in which the child will united with Jesus in a way that they never have before!
Sacramental Preparation Sessions
Sacramental Preparation is a function of the parish as they are celebrated as a parish community. Preparation involves the participation of the parent and child at weekly Mass, the monthly preparation gatherings, study of the sacramental resources, and the child's attendance in Saint Rita day school or PSR. Children are expected to have been baptized and completed 1st grade religious education to be eligible for the sacraments.
2nd Grade Preparation Gatherings for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist: For each session: (choose ONE) attend either on Tuesday or Thursday from 6:00pm - 7:00pm in the Church:
2025-2026 Dates:
| Gathering 1 Tuesday, September 9 Thursday, September 11 (6:00-7:15pm) |
| Gathering 2 Tuesday, October 14 Thursday, October 16 |
| Gathering 3 Tuesday, November 11 Thursday, November 13 |
| Gathering 4 Tuesday, December 9 (1 session this month) |
| First Reconciliation (REQUIRED) Tuesday, January 13 Thursday, January 15 |
| Gathering 6 Tuesday, February 10 Thursday, February 12 |
| Gathering 7 Tuesday, March 10 Thursday, March 12 |
| Gathering 8 Tuesday, April 14 Thursday, April 16 |
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Journey With Jesus Retreats |
