We look forward to walking with you in this year of preparation! We are born with an innate hunger for God. He created us so we can live in His divine presence forever. In Holy Communion we experience an intimate divine presence as we are united to God in a special way through His Son, Jesus Christ. This is a foretaste of the union that will happen in heaven!
Guidelines:
- Children must have celebrated the Sacrament of Baptism. If your child was not baptized at St. Susanna, an official copy of your child’s Baptismal Certificate is needed before First Reconciliation.
- If your child is over the age of 6 and in need of Baptism, contact Chloé Fasano (fasanoc@stsusanna.org) for guidance.
- Students must have completed a full year of formation and be currently participating in formation to begin the sacrament preparation process. The required Catholic education may be through parish religious education classes or at a Catholic school.
- Preparation generally takes place during the 2nd Grade. If your child is above Grade 2 and has not prepared for these sacraments, contact the following:
- 2nd & 3rd Graders: Kristen Tell (tellk@stsusanna.org)
- 4th Graders and above: Chloé Fasano (fasanoc@stsusanna.org)
- Regular worship at Sunday Mass. Cultivating a commitment of attending Sunday Mass is the best preparation parents can do in helping children prepare for the sacraments. The Mass calls us to be disciples of Jesus Christ, nourishes us for that task, and then sends us forth to practice our faith in the coming week.
St. Susanna School Students
Children attending St. Susanna Parish School and who have Baptized in the Catholic Church have the opportunity to prepare for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Holy Communion in 2nd Grade during the students’ daily religion class. School families should contact DRE, Kristen Tell (tellk@stsusanna.org) with any questions.