Grade 2+ Faith Formation is the second of two years of preparation for receiving the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion, typically in the second grade. Older students (grades 3 & 4) are welcome to join this class if they need to prepare for First Reconciliation and First Communion. If you have a student in grade 5 and up who needs this prep, please email the director to inquire about class placement ([email protected]).
Students will be prepared to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation in the winter, and the Sacrament of Holy Communion in the late spring.
Classes meet approximately twice a month in the classrooms. Parents do not regularly attend classes, though parents are invited sit in at any time. Contact the director if you'd like to sit in on a class.
As an important part of their program for the year, students will also be attending Mass with a parent and completing a Mass worksheet once or twice a month (specific dates are on the schedule).
Students will be prepared to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation in the winter, and the Sacrament of Holy Communion in the late spring.
Classes meet approximately twice a month in the classrooms. Parents do not regularly attend classes, though parents are invited sit in at any time. Contact the director if you'd like to sit in on a class.
As an important part of their program for the year, students will also be attending Mass with a parent and completing a Mass worksheet once or twice a month (specific dates are on the schedule).
The Catholic Mass Worksheets
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Liturgical Calendar
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Class Options for 2024 - 2025 for Grade 2+
This year, we have two options for Grade 2+ classes. All Grade 2+ classes will meet on-site in our classrooms with catechist(s).
Option 1: On-site classes + class Masses, will meet Sundays from 9 - 10 am in the classrooms or church
Option 2: On-site classes + class Masses, classes will meet Wednesdays from 3:30 - 4:45 pm, Masses are Sundays 9 - 10 am
Please note that these classes have been scheduled at the same time as the Family session for grades 1, 3 - 5. This
would allow a parent to attend the family session with a sibling while the grade 2+ student attends his/her class. Preference for Wed Grade 2+ classes will be for families with a sibling attending the Family Program.
Option 2: On-site classes + class Masses, classes will meet Wednesdays from 3:30 - 4:45 pm, Masses are Sundays 9 - 10 am
Please note that these classes have been scheduled at the same time as the Family session for grades 1, 3 - 5. This
would allow a parent to attend the family session with a sibling while the grade 2+ student attends his/her class. Preference for Wed Grade 2+ classes will be for families with a sibling attending the Family Program.
Note: As of 4/1, Option 2 -- Wednesday 3:30pm classes -- are full for 2024-25. Option 1 (Sundays) still open.
To be placed on the waitlist for Option 2, register for Option 1 and email the director ([email protected]). Preference on the waitlist will be given to families who have a sibling enrolled in the Family Program class meeting at the same time.
To be placed on the waitlist for Option 2, register for Option 1 and email the director ([email protected]). Preference on the waitlist will be given to families who have a sibling enrolled in the Family Program class meeting at the same time.
Click below for class schedules for 2024-25 year.
Safety Considerations for On-site Classes
Anyone who is sick should stay home and email for make-up work. Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and understanding.
Please Note: There is a short video that goes with each lesson in the Signs of Grace texts. The students will be viewing these in class, but you can also find the videos to watch at home on www.formed.org. See our homepage for instructions on how to sign-up for a free account on FORMED. FORMED also has a lot of great Catholic content for children, including the Brother Francis videos that are wonderful for students preparing for First Reconciliation and First Communion.
Photos from Past Classes
Supplemental Information
All about Reconciliation (aka Confession)
How Do I Go to Confession? First Reconciliation Example
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All about Eucharist
Entering a Pew at Church Receiving Eucharist Reverently
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