First Reconciliation

The Sacrament of Forgiveness

Understanding sin and the difference between serious and less serious sin are crucial concepts for the reception of the sacrament of Reconciliation. For this reason, the church leaves the decision of readiness in the hands of the parents, but instruction is provided at St. Jude.

Checklist for First Reconciliation:

Parent must:

1. Attend (one parent) First Reconciliation parent meeting.
2. Help prepare your child for First Reconciliation by doing the "At Home" Study Program given at the meeting. (The “At home” activities come from the book,
3. The Gift of Reconciliation, published by RCL Benziger).
4. Attend Saturday or Sunday Mass with your child each week.

Children must:

1. Be Baptized.
2. Have attended RE in first grade or year one sacrament preparation class.
3. Be faithful in attending Religious Education classes or attending a Catholic school where religion is taught daily.
4. Complete the “At Home" study program (The “At home” activities come from the book, The Gift of Reconciliation, published by RCL Benziger).
5. Attend the First Reconciliation Retreat.

Parent Information Meeting
In order for your child to receive the sacrament it is necessary for one parent to attend. No children please. Childcare by reservation at nursery@stjudeparish.com.  Julie Buchanan is hosting six parent meetings this year   Attendance at one of those meetings is expected.  Only one parent needs to attend.  Thank you.