First Holy Communion

First Reconciliation & First Holy Communion Preparation (Grade 2+)
In addition to regular faith formation in Family Catechesis or SMG school, this preparation involves activities for the family, parents, and student. The primary aim of sacramental preparation is to ensure that students approaching the sacraments are suitably instructed and properly disposed.
Program Information
Registration
- Enrollment in SMG School
- No registration needed, will receive information during school's religion class
- No fees, included in school tuition
- Enrollment in Family Catechesis - See Religious Education
- Attend monthly sessions
- Pay Family Catechesis Fees and Sacramental Fee
Calendar
First Reconciliation Preparation (September-December)
Parents - If you have not previously signed in to FORMED, visit formed.org to sign up as a parishioner.
- Watch Forgiven - Session 1: Where are You?
- Watch Forgiven - Session 2: An Encounter with Mercy
- Watch Forgiven - Session 3: The Rite Explained
Family
- Family Adoration (30 minutes per month, September-December)
- Family Church Scavenger Hunt at St. Maria Goretti or St. Andrew
Complete Catholic Church Scavenger Hunt Worksheet - Family Service - Complete Student Service Reflection Worksheet
Students
- Complete Signs of Grace Curriculum
- First Reconciliation Interviews (December)
- First Reconciliation will be available to families in the month of December
First Holy Communion Preparation (January-April)
Parents
- Watch Presence - Session 1: God Is with Us
- Watch Presence - Session 2: The Story of the Eucharist
- Watch Presence - Session 3: Bread for the Journey
Family
- Family Adoration (30 minutes per month, January-April)
- Parent & Communicant Retreat (March)
- Family Service - Complete Student Service Reflection Worksheet
Students
- Complete Signs of Grace Curriculum
- First Holy Communion Interviews (April)
First Holy Communion Dates - TBD
Return to Religious Education
Contact
Melissa Coleman
Religious Education Coordinator
608-298-2098
melissa.coleman@stmariagoretti.org
Steve Davies
Coordinator of Youth Ministry
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