First Reconciliation and First Communion Sacramental Preparation

First Reconciliation and First Communion sacramental preparation is integrated withing the parish Faith Formation program. At Holy Rosary it runs on Mondays, 4:30-5:30 PM September through May. This program is designed to guide and prepare our non-Catholic school students to encounter, experience, and receive the profound love and mercy of God in a deeply personal and transformative way.

Program Details:

  • Dates: September 28, 2026 - May 24, 2027

  • Time: Mondays, 4:30-5:30 PM

  • Location: Holy Rosary Parish Pastoral Center

  • Note: Children attending Holy Rosary Catholic School are welcome but not required to attend the Monday catechesis classes. Afternoon content is similar to content covered in religion class.

Retreats:
Both our non-Catholic school and Holy Rosary Catholic School students will complete their immediate preparation by attending a morning retreat before the celebration of their First Reconciliation and their First Communion. These retreats are essential in deepening their understanding and personal connection with God. Parent attendance is required at all First Sacrament retreats. Students must be accompanied by at least one parent or guardian.

First Reconciliation Retreat and Rehearsal (required)

  • Date: Saturday, January 23, 2027

  • Time: 9:00 AM - Noon

  • Holy Rosary Parish Pastoral Center

First Reconciliation Celebration (required)

  • Date: Saturday, January 30, 2027

  • Time: 10 - 11:30 AM

  • Holy Rosary Church

First Communion Retreat (required)

  • Date: Saturday, May 1, 2027

  • Time: 9:00 AM -Noon

  • St. Thomas More Church

First Communion Rehearsal (required)

  • Date: Thursday, May 6, 2027

  • Time: 5:30 PM

  • St. Thomas More Church

First Communion Celebration (required)

  • Date: Saturday, May 8, 2027

  • Time: 10:00AM

  • St. Thomas More Church

Click HERE to Register for the First Sacraments Retreat

We believe that the sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Communion are significant milestones in a child's spiritual journey. Through these sacraments, they will come to know God's loving forgiveness and experience the grace-filled encounter with the Body and Blood of Christ.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the sacramental preparation program or the upcoming events, please do not hesitate to contact our office. We are here to support you and your child throughout this important journey.