Sacramental Preparation for Children/Teens
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Sacramental Formation Calendars
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First ReconciliationReconciliation is the sacrament celebration in which, through God’s mercy and forgiveness, the sinner is reconciled with God and also with the Church, Christ’s Body, which is wounded by sin. (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1469)
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First Communion
The ritual, sacramental action of thanksgiving to God which constitutes the principal Christian liturgical celebration of and communion in the paschal mystery of Christ. The liturgical action called the Eucharist is also traditionally known as the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. It is one of the seven sacraments of the Church; the Holy Eucharist completes Christian initiation.The Sunday celebration of the Eucharist is at the heart of the Church’s life. (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1322)
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PREPARATION FOR FIRST SACRAMENTS:
-First Sacraments Orientation Sunday October 6- Holy Family: 9:30 am SJW: 12:30 pm (includes a light lunch) Please consider joining us for our 11:30 am Respect Life Sunday Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament- Holy Hour for Life before.
- For Public School Students [Optional for Loyola Students]
- For all: Includes Sunday Mass, Meal, Formation, and Adoration. Tracks for all ages!
- For all: Learning Centers and Sacramental formation will happen during these sessions held for Loyola, Homeschool, and Public School students.
-Sacrament of Reconciliation: Sunday, January 12 (during Parent/ Student Sacramental formation night)
- First Communion Orientation: Sunday, January 12 (after Reconciliation)
- First Communion Retreat and Rehearsal at SJW 9:00am-11:30 am Saturday April 26.- For all! A parent should attend with their child.
- Pictures will be taken before Mass. Time TBA
For more information, click here.
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ConfirmationThe Sacrament of Confirmation is one of the seven sacraments where we receive a special outpouring of God’s life into our souls. Along with Baptism and Eucharist, it is one of the three sacraments of initiation. In Confirmation, we receive a sealing of the gift of divine life received in Baptism and a special outpouring of the Holy Spirit. After receiving Confirmation, we are strengthened with an outpouring of God’s love that helps us follow Him every day and be a witness of His love to those around us.
What are the components of 2nd Year Confirmation preparation?
- Provide a Copy of Baptismal Certificate
- Attend weekly Mass and Holy Days of Obligation
- Attend the Confirmation Preparation Orientation Meeting Sept 22 6-8 pm
- Participate as Youth Leaders with our Weekly Wednesday Faith Formation (Public School Candidates)
- Help Lead 1st Sunday Verso L'alto Family Formation Events 5-8 pm
- Attend 3rd Sunday Candidate/ Sponsor Sessions 6:30-8:30 pm
- Attend a Confirmation Retreat: TEC or Steubenville
- Participate in suggested areas of Service: Fall Festival and Rake the Town
- Take Part in an Interview with Fr. Tom
- Write a Letter of Request to Our Bishop
- Attend Your Confirmation Rehearsal and Liturgy
Canonical Requirements of being a sponsor:
- Must be at least 16 years old.
- Must be a fully initiated Catholic and have received the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Eucharist.
- Must practice the faith (go to Mass every Sunday, receive Reconciliation at least once per year, pray daily etc.)
- Must be married in the Catholic Church OR single and living a chaste life.
- A sponsor cannot be a parent or guardian of the candidate
Expectations of the Sponsor:
- Participate as much as possibe in the faith life of your candidate
- Attend 3rd Sunday Candidate/Sponsor meetings at SJW 6:30-8:30 pm
- Attend the Confirmation rehearsal and Confirmation liturgy (dates to be decided)
- to live a strong example of the faith for their candidate
Children older than 2nd grade desiring to receive their First Sacraments through OCIC or adults desiring to receive Baptism, First Sacraments, or Confirmation through OCIA should contact Beverly Miller -
Questions
Contact Information:
Beverly Miller
Phone: 507-388-3766
Email: [email protected]
Director of Faith Formation