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Marlene Grauvoglmgrauvoglst-matthias.netDirector of Religious Education
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For ChildrenArchdiocesan 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
- Child must actively participated in faith formation (parish, school, homeschool) for at least one year immediately before going through the preparation process.
- Child must be actively participating in faith formation (parish, school, homeschool) while going through the preparation process.
- Complete the work in the sacrament book with the parent or guardian at home.
- Attend both First Communion sessions and First Communion retreat
- Know their prayers
- Have been prepared for their First Reconciliation
- Complete the sacrament book with the child at home. The child and at least one parent must attend all sessions and sacrament retreat.
IMPORTANT DATES
Sacrament Information Meeting
Thursday, January 16, 2025 - 7:00 pm
First Communion Classes
Session 1 - Thursday, March 27, 2025 - 7:00 pm
Session 2 -Thursday, April 10, 2025 - 7:00 pm
2025 CELEBRATION
First Communion Mass - English Saturday, May 10 - 10:00 am
Rehearsal - Thursday, May 8 - 6:30 pm
First Communion Mass -Spanish Saturday, May 17 - 10:00 am
Rehearsal - Thursday, May 15 - 7:00 pmSTUDENTS 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 complete the Sacramental preparation work and turn the completed work into the RE office. -
Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA)
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2025 May 17th - First Holy Communion
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First Communion Portraits
Order Portraits: Download the Order Form below & turn into Marlene with payment.
Status of Portrait Orders:- All Digital Orders are delivered to the Email specified on the Order Form.
- Complete Print Order are delivered to Marlene in the CCE Office.
- If you did not place an order but would still like to purchase Digital copies, please contact Mary Ann @ 713-857-9582.
(may need to text if you go to voicemail)
*Note* Only historical photos are visible on the above website.
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