First Holy Communion & Reconciliation PreparationFood for the Journey
Youth 8th Grade
Who is this Eucharist & Reconciliation Preparation for:
Baptized children who are in the 8th grade and wish to celebrate the sacrament of Reconciliation, receive First Holy Communion, and Confirmed.
Youth in 8th grade who are baptized in another faith tradition, and exploring to become initiated in the Catholic faith and receive their Reconciliation and First Holy Communion.
About the Process:
In order to provide a foundation of community and faith, this is a two-year sacramental preparation process that includes:
Year 1 (8th Grade): Participation in Fusion Youth Nights ALONG WITH these five Eucharist & Reconciliation gatherings:
Special session on Reconciliation (During Fusion Youth Night)
Celebrate! Opportunity to give your first confession
Special session on the Eucharist (During Fusion Youth Night)
Session to review and rehearse receiving your First Communion
Celebrate! Mass to receive your First Holy Communion
Year 2 (9th Grade): Participation in Fusion Youth Nights ALONG WITH Confirmation Preparation.