The second graders will be preparing for the sacrament of reconciliation in the fall. First Communion preparation will take place as usual in the spring. The Archdiocese has asked all parishes to prepare for the reception of reconciliation before the preparation of First Communion takes place. Below are the dates for the First Reconciliation preparation for second grade for 2008-2009.
First Reconciliation Preparation Information:
Two types of retreats:
Traditional Retreat: A morning full of crafts, games, role-plays and songs for the children in the school. The parents receive encouraging words from a guest speaker in the Meyer Center. Following the activites, parents and children come together to tour the church.
Family Retreat: This is recommended for families preparing more than one child for Reconciliation. The whole family comes together and participates in activities and discussions about forgiveness. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is celebrated in the church immediately following the retreat activities.
Parent Meetings:
Sunday, September 28, 2008 at 5:00 pm OR 6:45 pm OR
Monday, September 29, 2008 at 6:30 pm OR
Wednesday, October 1, 2008 at 9:30 am
Traditional Retreats:
Saturday, October 25, 2008 from 9:00 am to 12:30 PM
Saturday, November 8, 2008 from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Family Retreats:
(Retreat followed by the Sacrament of Reconciliation)
Saturday, December 6, 2008 from 9:00 am to 12:30 PM
Saturday, January 24, 2009 from 9:00 am to 12:30 PM
First Reconciliation Services (2 options):
Thursday, January 15, 2009 at 7:00 pm OR
Thursday, January 22, 2009 at 7:00 pm
Parish Reconciliation Services:
Advent: Thursday, December 18, 2008 at 7:00 pm
Lent: Thursday, April 2, 2009 at 7:00 pm