We prepare children for the Sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion in the third grade. The Diocese of Richmond requires all children prepare for First Reconciliation prior to preparation for First Holy Communion. In addition, all Sacrament preparation classes must occur in addition to the regular faith formation program. At St. Michael, the preparation process for each sacrament is four weeks long and is a combined process for the children with their parents. Children will participate in classroom based learning with a catechist, as well as home-based learning with their parents. Parents will receive instruction on how to lead the at-home portion of the program and have the opportunity to continue their learning through additional adult sessions while the children are in class.
Requirements for Participation:
- Children must be enrolled in a regular faith formation option (classroom, at-home, FIRE or attend a Catholic school) and Sacrament Preparation classes.
- All parents attend an orientation session during the first week of each sacrament preparation class (First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion) in order to become familiar with the preparation process and the curriculum that they will be using at home.
Classroom sessions are offered:
- Wednesday 6:00-7:15 pm (January & April/May)
- Thursday 4:15-5:30 pm (January & April/May)