First Confession and Holy Communion
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WELCOME LETTER
Dear Children, Parents/Guardians, The time has come! You can now register your child to make their First Confession and receive their First Holy Communion. We welcome students in Grade 2 or older children who may have missed this opportunity in previous years. Please note that every candidate must be baptized. The best way to prepare your child for their First Holy Communion is by attending Sunday Holy Mass together. No lesson can replace the beauty and depth of this in-person experience. Our Parish offers several weekend Holy Mass Liturgies, including a special Children’s Liturgy during the 10:00 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. Holy Masses for children in JK through Grade 4. Your child is welcome to attend any weekend Mass, and even though they cannot yet receive Holy Communion, they are encouraged to come forward for a blessing with crossed arms. This practice helps them prepare for the day they receive Jesus for the first time in Holy Communion. Important Notes: There will be a 6-week Sacramental preparation. Students must be accompanied by a parent/guardian or caregiver at all sessions and events. All events are held at Blessed Sacrament, in the Church or in the Parish Centre (downstairs). When: Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m.
We thank you for entrusting us with this important step in your child’s spiritual journey. Our Parish Community looks forward to walking with your family toward receiving the beautiful Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion. |
ORIENTATION MEETING Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 6:00 pm followed by Holy Mass REGISTRATION BEGINS NOW --> Sunday, March 1st (End of registration) Please complete a separate form for each child. Registration is available only via our website (see below) and requires scan of baptismal certificate. -> DON'T FORGET YOUR EMAIL & PHONE NUMBER. If your child is not baptized, please contact our Pastoral Minister or the Parish Office as soon as possible. SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION (6 SESSIONS) Location: Parish Center (Downstairs), Tuesdays at 6:00 pm, followed by Holy Mass at 7 pm. Every child must attend with parent(s)/guardian(s). Please observe extra caution in the parking lot. - Date - Theme *MARCH 3 - LAST SUPPER AND THE MASS *MARCH 10 - THE CHURCH (TOUR) *MARCH 24 - THE BIBLE, PRAYER AND THE SAINTS *MARCH 31 - FORGIVENESS AND RECONCILIATION *APRIL 7 - HOW TO CONFESS *APRIL 14 - GET READY FIRST CONFESSION THURSDAY, APRIL 16 AT 6:30 PM - RCIC & OTHER SCHOOLS FRIDAY, APRIL 17 AT 6:30 PM - JOHN SWEENEY FRIDAY, APRIL 24 AT 6:30 PM - OUR LADY OF GRACE & MONSIGNOR HALLER THURSDAY, APRIL 30 AT 6:30 PM - BLESSED SACRAMENT & HOLY TRINITY FIRST COMMUNION MASS SATURDAY, APRIL 18, AT 2:00 PM - RCIC AND OTHER SCHOOLS SATURDAY, APRIL 25 AT 2:00 PM - JOHN SWEENEY SATURDAY, MAY 2 AT 2:00 PM - OUR LADY OF GRACE & MONSIGNOR HALLER SATURDAY, MAY 9 AT 2:00 PM - BLESSED SACRAMENT & HOLY TRINITY |
