First Communion

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:

2026-2027 Dates:

• Gathering 1
  Tuesday, September 8
  Thursday, September 10 (6:00-7:15pm)
• Gathering 2
  Tuesday, October 13
  Thursday, October 15
• Gathering 3
  Tuesday, November 10
  Thursday, November 12
• Gathering 4
  Tuesday, December 1
  (1 session this month)
• First Reconciliation (REQUIRED)
  Tuesday, January 12
  Thursday, January 14
• Gathering 6
  Tuesday, February 9
  Thursday, February 11
• Gathering 7
  Tuesday, March 9
  Thursday, March 11
• Gathering 8
  Tuesday, April 13
  Thursday, April 15
• Journey With Jesus Retreats
  May (school) & (PSR)