Welcome and thank you for choosing Guardian Angel Church!

First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion Requirements:

• All children that have been baptized
• Have completed one year of Religious Education
• Families are registered parishioners
• Families attend Mass on an on-going basis

During this sacrament year the children of the parish prepare for both the Sacrament of Reconciliation and the Sacrament of 1st Holy Communion.

• If your child is in our Tuesday Fall Religious Education program - our catechist will prepare the children during their class time for both sacraments.  

• If your child participated in our summer Angel Wings Religious Education program - your child will attend six preparatory sessions:  three 1^st reconciliation preparatory classes in the fall and three 1st Holy Communion preparatory classes in the Spring (usually in January).  Families will have a choice of either Wednesday OR Sunday preparatory classes.

Of special Note: A PGC'd parent or caregiver must volunteer one day during either the 1st Reconciliation Preparatory sessions or one day during the 1^st Eucharist preparatory sessions.

For all Families-

• Parents will attend two informational meetings throughout the year: one in October with special information regarding the Sacrament of Reconciliation; one in the Spring regarding the Sacrament of First Eucharist.  The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be celebrated one Saturday during the Advent season (usually early December).  The Sacrament of First Holy Communion will take place in the Spring after Easter Sunday, during the Easter season. 

• Families will attend a First Eucharist Retreat– We begin with the 11:30 Mass in the Church, followed by a luncheon, and culminating with a guest speaker and special activity for you and your child.   

• Families will attend a First Eucharist Rehearsal- The children participate in a run-through of their sacrament ceremony.  They will practice receiving an unconsecrated host.   They will have an opportunity to ask questions about the day and ease any anxiety they may have.   

Please reach out with any questions to our Religious Education office and speak to Frances or Ali at (201)327-0352 ext. 208.
We look forward to journeying with you and your families!