Sacramental Preparation:In keeping with Jesus’ words and desires, St. Raphael parish welcomes children into the Church, through teaching and training. The Religious Education department helps children to understand the nature of sacraments at an age-appropriate level. To learn more about our Religious Education Program and sacramental preparation for children, please contact: Kate McGrath at kate.mcgrath@st-raphael-parish.org. |
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First Reconciliation Preparation: First Reconciliation Preparation begins in Grade 1, as the foundation year of Religious Education. In Grade 2, children take part in a Reconciliation Retreat and receive the Sacrament during the Winter of their Grade 2 year. Click Here for resources about First Reconciliation Preparation! |
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First Holy Communion Preparation First Holy Communion Preparation begins in Grade 1, as the foundation year of Religious Education. In Grade 3, children receive Holy Communion for the first time. Click Here for resources about First Holy Communion Preparation! |
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Confirmation Preparation for Children: Confirmation Preparation begins in Grade 1, as the foundation year of Religious Education. In Grade 3, children receive Confirmation. Click Here for resources about Confirmation Preparation for Children! |
Then the children were brought to Jesus that he might lay his hands on them and pray.
Jesus said, “Let the children come to me and do not prevent them, for the
kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these. (Mt. 19:13-14)