First Reconciliation and First Eucharist

The seven sacraments are central to the life of a Catholic Christian. We believe we experience God’s love and graces in the reception of all the sacraments.  In order to receive the sacraments in St. Catharine parish, families including children must be registered parishioners at St. Catharine's. Children must have received the sacrament of baptism.

Preparations for the Sacrament of Reconciliation and First Eucharist begin in the second grade and are open to children who are registered for a St. Catharine Religious Education program or who attend a Parochial School such as Academy of Our Lady. Children in our Religious Education program typically receive their First Reconciliation in the winter of their second grade and their First Eucharist in the spring of second grade.