SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION
2020-2021 Children's Faith Formation begins September 20
Catechesis consists in handing on the Catholic faith and teachings of Christ. More than simply religion classes, catechesis occurs in formal and informal contexts, always helping people grow in their relationship with Jesus and become his disciples in the world.
The framework for Parish and Catholic School religious education programs is outlined in the Archdiocese of Washington Forming Disciples for the New Evangelization Curriculum guide. The curriculum guide presents six key aspects or elements of Catholic life each comprised of standards or areas of learning. Within each standard are specific indicators that outline what students in Pre-K through Grade 8 should know, understand, and do at each grade level.
The framework for Parish and Catholic School religious education programs is outlined in the Archdiocese of Washington Forming Disciples for the New Evangelization Curriculum guide. The curriculum guide presents six key aspects or elements of Catholic life each comprised of standards or areas of learning. Within each standard are specific indicators that outline what students in Pre-K through Grade 8 should know, understand, and do at each grade level.
First Penance
Required prayers for students preparing to receive First Reconciliation:
Sign of the Cross Our Father Hail Mary Glory Be Act of Contrition |
First Holy Communion
Holy Eucharist is the Sacrament of the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of our Blessed Lord Jesus Christ. In order for a child to receive First Penance (Confession), and First Eucharist (Communion) he or she must be in a Religious Education Program for two consecutive years.
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Confirmation
Confirmation is the Sacrament that gives us the special gift of the Holy Spirit to strengthen our Baptismal commitments and help us to live a good, holy Christian life. The students must have received the sacraments of Baptism, First Reconciliation, and Holy Eucharist prior to registration. Preparation for this sacrament is several years of children's faith formation classes.
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