Class Descriptions

Parent 1st Reconciliation Retreat:
Facilitator: JoAnn Tobin
As Catholic Christians forgiveness and reconciliation are central to who we are and what we do. This mini-retreat will offer a time for prayer, reflection, faith sharing and input on the Sacrament of Reconciliation for us as parents/guardians. We’ll also look at ways we can support and model forgiveness and reconciliation for our children as they prepare for this sacrament for the first time.

Parent First Communion Retreat
Facilitator: JoAnn Tobin
This mini-retreat will give parents/guardians an opportunity for prayer, faith sharing and reflection on the real presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. We’ll take a “walk through the Mass”, and have tour of our beautiful church and look at some ways we can support our children as they prepare to come to the Table for the first time.

Children Only! The Bread Class!
Facilitators: J. Wong, D. Swegle, A. Cuchinotto
This two hour class is a drop off class, where your child will make the design for his/her communion plate, they will watch two movies that highlight and emphasize the spiritual and emotional aspects of 1st Communion. They will bake bread and practice for their 1st Communion. Please select one of 3 class dates. All classes are the same.

Parent & Child Banner Making Social!
Facilitators: J. Wong, D. Swegle, A. Cuchinotto
This two hour evening is a social, get together with other families in the parish who have children preparing for sacraments. This is also a chance to review the different symbols of Jesus and spend an evening with your child working on his/her banner for 1st communion. Banner supplies and snacks will be provided. Please select an evening to join for some fellowship and fun.