Preparation and first reception of the Sacraments Reconciliation and Eucharist take place for children in second grade. All children preparing for these Sacraments must first have received the Sacrament of Baptism.
Youth older than Gr. 2 in need of First Penance and First Communion will participate in a special sacrament class.
2025-2026
Parent Meeting - First Penance
The Parent meeting for First Penance will be Wednesday, January 7, 2026 from 5:15-6:15pm in the Holy Spirit Gathering Space. This meeting is for Parents of Faith Formation & St. John Paul II second graders - at least one parent is to attend the meeting.
The First Communion Retreat
The First Communion Retreat for the Gr. 2 children will be Wednesday, April 8, 2026 from 5:15-7:15pm in the St. John Paul II School Gym and Holy Spirit Church. At least one parent is to attend the retreat with their son/daughter. Pizza supper provided. The retreat will be led by the PES Sisters.
The Celebration of First Holy Communion
will take place at the Masses on the weekend
of April 12, 2026 in both parishes.