The Sacrament of Reconciliation, also known as Confession or Penance, is a beautiful expression of the infinite mercy and love that God has for all of us.
The Sacrament is typically celebrated in 2nd grade, but can be any grade.
Here at St. Thomas More - Preparation begins in the fall and consists of a combination of on-campus gatheirngs, home video lessons, and family workshops. Children need to be enrolled in either Family Faith or STM Catholic school to be part of the sacramental preparation process.
Celebrating First Reconciiation is a prerequisite for beginning preparation for First Eucharist (First Communion). Before a child enters preparation for First Reconciliation and First Eucharist, they must complete religious education (Family Formation) or Catholic school for Grade 1(or one full year if older). Children should be currently enrolled in Family Faith or St. Thomas More School to participate in the Sacramental preparation.
STM School children in 2nd grade are automatically enrolled in Sacramental preparation.
Public school families should register for Family Faith - Those children ready to celebrate the sacrament will be contacted about sacramental details.