First Reconciliation and First Communion
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Parent Information
We look forward to sharing this special time with your family. Please review all the information below and let us know if you have any questions.
First Communion RegistrationPlease fill this out as soon as possible. This ensures that we have all the correct information on your child. It is important for our records, the certificates and programs and the Sacramental Register.Baptism and Birth CertificatesWe are required to have a copy of your child’s birth certificate. If you have not already given us a copy, please turn one as soon as possible.We must also have a copy of your child’s Baptismal certificate. If your child was Baptized at St.John’s, just let us know and we can look it up for you. If your child was not Baptized at St. John’s, you will need to provide a copy. If you cannot locate one, you can contact the church where the baptism was held and ask to have it mailed or emailed to us at 4727 McHugh Dr or religioused@sjb-ola.org.
Please review and reinforce what your child is learning at CCD and the retreats. Also, please help your child practice the Act of Contrition, receiving Communion and the song they will sing at the end of the mass. Encourage them to pay attention and participate in Mass. -
Sacrament Preparation
Schedule 2023-2024
- 09/10/2023- Parent Meeting, 9:30am, in the gym
- 01/27/2024- First Reconciliation Retreat & Sacrament, 8:30am-Noon, Gym & Church
- 04/28/2024- First Communion Retreat & Practice with Teaching Mass, 1-5pm, Gym & Church
We ask that at least one parent stay for both retreats. Thank you!
- 05/04/2024- First Communion Mass & May Crowning, 4:30pm in the Church
Please arrive at 3:30pm for picturesDress Code
Girls:
- White dress (veils are optional)
- White shoes
Boys
- White Shirt & Khaki pants
- Tie or bow tie
- Dress shoes, no sneakers
Children will process in and participate in the May crowning. They will sit together in the first pews; parents may sit behind the children on a first come, first seated basis. First Communion will be received at the Communion Rail. Please refrain from taking pictures during Mass. After Mass, the children will sing a song (lyric sheet provided for at home practice) then recess out with Father. We will take them directly to the PAC, where we host a cake and punch reception. There will be a table with your child’s certificate and small gift.