First Communion at Saint Luke Catholic Church

• Preparation

Children are enrolled in and regularly attend Grade One religion classes before they are placed in First Penance and First Communion Classes in Grade Two.

This sacrament is received in late April or early May each year. It will be received on May 3, 2025 at 11 AM. Catechists will do some preparation with the children for this sacrament. The parents are expected to help prepare their child for this most important sacrament.

The children will participate in a Retreat, and there are Parent Meetings to help parents prepare their child for First Communion.


Glossary of Terms: Glossary of Church Terms.docx



Schedule and Important Dates:
Parent Meeting: March 20, 2025 7 PM in Flaherty Hall


First Communion Handbook: 


Blessed First Communion Book: Due the Week of April 27, 2025. Will be distributed after First Penance Book is due.


Banner:
TBD

Retreat: 
First Communion Retreat: April 5, 2025 10:30-12:30 PM. A parent is required to attend with their child.

First Communion Practice:
Church and Flaherty Hall 
First Communion Rehearsal (required for all students): April 30, 2025 6:30 PM

First Communion Mass:
First Communion Mass: May 3, 2025 11 AM (School and parish combined)

A $50 Administrative Fee is due. This fee helps to offset the cost of the reception, photographer, banners, retreat and supplies. Please pay via cash, check or Faith Direct (Select one time gift, Religious Education Class Fees , type in $50 and write a note that says: First Communion Administrative Fee)