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First Eucharist & Reconciliation Prep

communionFIRST EUCHARIST & RECONCILIATION PREP
Preparation for these sacraments is typically for children in 2nd or 3rd grade. All Saints prepares children for Reconciliation prior to 

First Eucharist. The program includes 4 components: formation, parent sessions, activity days, and at-home learning, see the video below for a detailed explanation. 
  • Reconciliation preparation takes place in the fall with the celebration in November.
  • First Eucharist preparation takes place in the winter and early spring with celebrations after Easter.
If you have questions please call Karl Horwath, [email protected] or (952) 469-6564

Registration information for sacraments can be found on our Faith Formation Page.
 
Children older than 4th grade who would like to receive Reconciliation and Eucharist should contact Karl to discuss a individual preparation plan for them. 

 
 
 
 
 
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Mass Times
Saturday April 30th, 11:00am
Sunday May 1st, 1:30pm
Saturday May 7th, 11:00am
Sunday May 8th. 1:30pm

 



Parent Enrichment Meetings

Meeting 1: Livestream with Q&A - January 12th, 7:00-7:30.
https://youtu.be/yoNm5xqm5CY
Meeting 2: In person. In the Dining Room. February 7th – 6:00-7:00pm.  OR Feb. 9th – 5:30-6:30pm
Meeting 3: In person. Dining Room. March 14th – 6:00-7:00pm  OR  Mar. 16th – 5:30-6:30pm

Parent Led Lessons

February  6th - February 12th           Section #1: We Walk With Jesus

 February 13th - February 19th        Section #2: We Learn About The Mass

 February 27th - March 5th        Section #3: We Share God's Word

 March 6th - March 12th       Section #4: We Give Thanks

                    March 13th - March 19th             Section #5: We Remember and Celebrate

March  20th - March 26th   Section #6: We Share the Bread of Life

 

First Eucharist Activity Day

March 5th 9:00am-4:00pm, April 9th 9:00am-1:00pm.

First Eucharist Masses
Saturday April 30th, 11:00am
Sunday May 1st, 1:30pm
Saturday May 7th, 11:00am
Sunday May 8th. 1:30pm

 

 

Reconciliation Parent Enrichment Meetings

 Meeting 1: Sept 23rd, 7:00-7:30 – Livestream w/Q&A
https://youtu.be/Wb4QrXj1jRo

Meeting 2: Oct 25th, 6:00-7:00pm OR Oct 27th, 5:30-6:30pm

 

Parent Led Lessons

Using the book provided, We Prepare for Reconciliation, you and your child will learn

about the nature of sin and the importance of seeking forgiveness from others and reconciling with God.

Suggested Schedule

October 3rd - October 9th           Section #1: God Gives You Life

 October 10th - October 16th        Section #2: God Gives You Joy

 October 17th - October 23rd        Section #3: God Gives You Love

 October 31st - November 6th       Section #4: God Gives You Peace

 November 7th - November 12th   Section #5: God Gives You Forgiveness

 

Parent-Child Reconciliation Activity Days
*You only need to come to one.
Activity Day Option #1 - Sat., October 30th, 9:00 am - noon
Activity Day Option #2 - Sun., October 31st, 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Activity Day Option #3 - Sat., November 6th, 9:00 am - noon
Activity Day Option #4 - Sun., November 7th, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Celebration of First Reconciliation:

Saturday, November 13th

10:30 am – 12:00 pm

 

Detailed instructions will be provided by email at a later date.

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