First Communion

Archdiocesan policy states that formal instruction for the Sacrament of Eucharist should be separate and distinct from preparation for first reception of Reconciliation so that the integrity of each sacrament is maintained.  Parents have a right and a duty to be intimately involved in preparing their child for the Sacrament of Eucharist.  They should continue their own growth in faith, model Christian practices and frequently and regularly participate in Sunday Eucharist.
 
Children wishing to receive Eucharist for the first time will:

• be in the second grade or higher
• will attend all 26 CCE classes (3 absences maximum) or Catholic school
• will attend CCE at least one year previously or Catholic school
• attend the 2 special classes for Sacramental preparation which are held at the same time as the parent sessions
• have been prepared for their First Reconciliation
   

Parents will:

• attend the 2 special parent sessions, which will help you prepare your child for the Sacrament of First Eucharist. These sessions are required for parents/guardians. Each is presented only once. At the same time the students will attend special classes to reinforce the preparation they receive at home.

                                  
STUDENTS  ATTENDING  CATHOLIC  SCHOOL Students who attend a Catholic school are not required to attend CCE classes in order to receive a Sacrament at St. Matthias. Parents and students, however, are required to attend the Sacramental preparation classes and meetings
 

                     English Celebration (Group 1) - May 4  10:00am
                    Spanish Celebration (Group 2) - April 27 10:00 am or
                    Spanish Celebration (Group 3) - April 27 at 1:00 pm