First Reconciliation & First Eucharist

A Shared Journey of Faith Across the WHEAT Family of Parishes

Children in the WHEAT Family of Parishes typically begin preparing for the Sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Eucharist in 2nd and 3rd grade, after completing at least one full year of faith formation.

• At Annunciation, children prepare for First Reconciliation in the fall of 2nd grade and First Eucharist in the spring of 3rd grade (or later), after two years of formation.
• At Immaculate Conception, preparation for both sacraments takes place in the spring, typically in 2nd and 3rd grade (or later), after two years of formation.

How Preparation Works

Our parishes offer two approaches, both rooted in community and faith:

• Annunciation: Parents attend three workshops and then guide their children through at-home preparation for each sacrament using provided materials.
• Immaculate Conception: Children attend in-person sacramental prep classes to prepare for both Reconciliation and Eucharist.

Joint and Parish-Based Celebrations

• First Reconciliation retreats and celebrations will be held separately at each parish.
• Our entire **WHEAT Family of Parishes will come together for a joint First Eucharist celebration in the spring—a beautiful opportunity to unite in faith and joy as one Catholic family.

Retreat Fee

There is no fee to participate in sacramental preparation. A $35 retreat fee will be collected closer to the First Eucharist retreat to help cover costs.

Let’s celebrate these sacred milestones together—growing in faith, as one community united in Christ!

 Have questions? Reach out to your parish faith formation coordinator.
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