Sign of the Cross
Lord's Prayer (Our Father)
Hail Mary
Glory Be
Act of Contrition

Additional Requirements:
Skill Sessions
Mass Attendance

God's Gift Together (Reconciliation)

Chapter 1: God Calls Us Friends (pages 11-12)
Chapter 2: Jesus Saves Us (pages 17-18)
Chapter 3: Jesus Forgives Us (pages 23-24)
Chapter 4: Jesus Heals Us (pages 29-30)
Chapter 5: The Holy Spirit Guides Us (pages 35-36)
Chapter 6: God is Always With Us (pages 41-42)
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God's Gift Together: Eucharist

Chapter 1: Belonging (pages 13-14)
Chapter 2: Gathering (pages 19-20)
Chapter 3: Reflecting (pages 25-26)
Chapter 4: Listening (pages 31-32)
Chapter 5: Preparing (pages 37-38)
Chapter 6: Remembering (pages 43-44)
Chapter 7: Receiving (pages 49-50) 
Chapter 8: Journeying (pages 55-56)

Our First Holy Communion celebration is on Saturday, May 14th at 10AM.

1. As at Reconciliation, there will be family pews. Ten (10) people are allowed in the pews. Fr. Anthony is generously allowing the following people in the family pew:
   1. The First Communicant
   2. Members of the IMMEDIATE family with whom the child LIVES
   3. Grandparents
   4. At this time, masks are not required; however, we respect the decision of people who wish to wear masks.
   5. If you have more than 10 people, seating is available in the rear of the Church on a first come/first served basis.
2. NO PICTURES MAY BE TAKEN DURING THE FIRST COMMUNION MASS. We have hired a photographer so that all can have their “Kodak” moment. Any other photography or video will be a distraction for the child (who should not be distracted during their big moment) and the photographer who is trying to do his job.
3. Information will be forthcoming about the photographer. Pictures will also take place outside by the Blessed Virgin Mary Statue with Fr. Anthony, weather permitting.
4. During reception of the Eucharist, Fr. Anthony will come to each individual child. Children will step out of the pews to receive First Communion. When they return to their seats, they are to kneel and pray – not be distracted by members of the family.
5. Please practice the Reception of the Eucharist AT HOME with your child. Cut a piece of bread, flatten it in a circle the size of a host. Hold the “host” up. Practice what the priest will say with your child: “The Body of Christ.” Have your child look at the host, bow slightly and respond “Amen.” Your child should cup their hands, left hand on top. Place the host in their left hand. They pick it up with the right hand and put it in their own mouths. Your child should then make the sign of the cross and return to his/her place at the end of the pew. They should kneel and say a prayer and “talk” to Jesus and thank Him for this gift to us. Remember, as Catholics we truly believe that this IS the body of Christ and that the wine is his blood.  It is not a symbol. It is as Jesus said at The Last Supper!
6. Please review the Mass responses from “My Mass Book.”
7. After all the children have received, please stand in your pew if you are receiving and Father will go through the pews to distribute communion.
8. We will start promptly at 10:00 AM. Please be in your places with washed and sanitized hands by 9:45AM. Rows will have names on them. Certificates and a special gift will be in the pew. Please take everything when you leave.
9. GIRLS: white dresses – nothing strapless or spaghetti straps. Veils are OPTIONAL. White shoes (ABSOLUTELY NO SNEAKERS!) and appropriate socks/tights are required. Absolutely NO pocketbooks, Rosaries, flowers or gloves. No distractions and nothing in the hands!!!
10. BOYS: Suit or jacket and pants with a tie. Proper socks and footwear are required. ABSOLUTELY NO SNEAKERS! No boutonnieres (flowers), no Rosaries, no prayer books. Armbands are acceptable for cultural traditions. No distractions and nothing in the hands!!!

Thank you for your attention to all these details. We know that this day will be beautiful for the children and all in attendance.

Blessings!

Chapter 1: God Calls Us Friends (page 1)

Chapter 2: Jesus Saves Us (page 11)

Chapter 3: Jesus Forgives Us (page 21)

Chapter 4: Jesus Heals Us (page 31)

Chapter 5: The Holy Spirit Guides Us (page 41)

Chapter 6: God is Always With Us (page 51)

Complete "My Own Reconciliation" Booklet

ALL RECONCILIATION WORK MUST BE COMPLETED BY JANUARY 19, 2022!

Chapter 1: Belonging (page 1)

Chapter 2: Gathering (page 11)

Chapter 3: Reflecting (page 21)

Chapter 4: Listening (page 31)

Chapter 5: Preparing (page 41)

Chapter 6: Remembering (page 51)

Chapter 7: Receiving (page 61)

Chapter 8: Journeying (page 71)

Complete "My Own Mass" Booklet

ALL FIRST EUCHARIST WORK MUST BE COMPLETED BY MAY 4, 2022!