Pax Christi Children's Ministry

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Pax Christi Catholic Church  4135 18 AVE NW  Rochester, MN 55901

 

First Reconciliation preparation begins with a parents' meeting on September 20, 2009 at our Growing in Faith Together (G.I.F.T.)  Kick-Off event. The event is from 5-7:30, the Sacramental preparation information will be the last half hour. Preparation for the Sacrament of Reconciliation concludes with a communal reconciliation service on Thursday, December 17, 2009 from 7-8:30. After receiving Reconciliation, families typically begin preparation for First Eucharist from January-April (see the Eucharist tab for more information).

First Reconciliation typically takes place in the second grade.    booklet
 

All are invited to Monday evening classes at Pax from either 4:45-5:45 pm or 6:30-7:30 pm.  It is especially important for public school families to attend these sessions.

In addition, attendance is essential at:

  •  monthly Growing in Faith Together (G.I.F.T.) inter-generational experiences.   

  •  a mini-retreat for candidates and parents on Saturday, November 21, 2009 from 9-12:30.

  •  the communal reconciliation service on Thursday, December 17, 2009 from 7-8:30.

Through the Sacrament of Reconciliation we experience
the healing mercy of God.

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Children show readiness to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation when they:

  •   know the difference between right and wrong

  •   know the difference between sin and accidents or mistakes

  •   are capable of saying, "I'm sorry" on their own

  •   are able to reflect on their actions when asked

  •   understand that God will always forgive them

  •   show a sincere desire to right wrongs