Sacramental Preparation


          Children in Grade two are invited to celebrate the Sacraments of Reconciliation (First Confession) and Eucharist (First Communion) this year.  Parents, parish and school share the responsibility of preparing the children for this important step in their faith journey.  In order to prepare for these Sacraments, you and your child will be invited to participate in several gatherings and liturgies over the course of this school year.  

IMPORTANT DATES:

Introductory Session for First Communion Candidates/Families: Sat., Nov. 2 at 3 pm
Advent Session: Sat., Dec. 7, at 3 pm
Enrolment ceremony: Sun., Jan. 26, any mass 4:30 Saturday OR 9:00 or 10:30 on Sunday Note enrolment is a special presentation and readiness for candidates. Last time for registration.
"Come join us at Table", mandatory sessions for candidates and parents of First Eucharist; all sessions to take place in the Parish Hall (Church basement):
First Session - Wed., Jan. 22 at 6:30 pm,
Second Session - Wed., Feb.19 at 6:30 pm,
Third Session - Wed., March 25, at 6:30 pm,
Fourth Session - Wed. April 22, at 6:30 pm
Reconciliation (First Confession):  Wed. March 11 at 6:30pm
Eucharist (First Communion): Sun., April 26, at 10:30, for St. Augustine candidates (small group) OR at any time during the Easter Season (ie. from Easter April 12—May 31 for individual candidates/families who require a date other than Apr. 26)

NOTE: $20 registration fee, covers all materials/resources and contribution to the Parish
  

          Father Frank Scott is the Pastor at St. Augustine Parish.  The Church is located at 1060 Baseline Road.  Children's Liturgy takes place every Sunday at 10:30 am.  There is also a 9:00 am Mass every Sunday morning and a Saturday evening Mass at 4:30.  For additional information, feel free to contact St. Augustine Parish at 613-225-7388.