First Communion

First Reconcilliation & First Communion

Children of St. Joseph Parish who are in first grade or older are invited to register for First Reconciliation and First Communion preparation. This is a two year program and registration takes place in September and Classes begin in October. Children from second grade at St. Joseph School prepare for the sacraments of reconciliation and communion during religion classes at school.

Of vital importance to your child’s preparation is your weekly participation in the Mass— the greatest expression of our Catholic faith. It is here that the preparation for these sacraments come alive. Please make weekly Mass attendance a priority for you and your family. 

Sacramental Preparation for children wishing to receive First Communion involves a 2 year process.

• The first year involves monthly meetings in the cafeteria for families from 10-12noon, first saturday of the month, October to May.  Parents are required to attend and are given resources to help them fulfill their God-given role as the primary and most important catechist of their children. 

• The Second Year (upon completion of first year sacramental preparation) involves weekly attendance at class in the parish center. Parents are required to attend classes. Attendance for parents will be taken and if parents do not fulfill an attendance of 90%, their child(ren) may need to complete another year of preparation.  

  • Sunday Morning English Faith Formation for First Communion
    Parents and children meet in the parish center at 11:30 a.m.
     

For more information, contact Sr. Raquel De Leon, MRF at (503) 581-1623 ext. 118

Click here for information on adult preparation for Holy Communion.