Sacrament Preparation

All students wishing to celebrate a sacrament will participate in Religious Education classes, either through the parish school or the religious education program the year prior to and the year of the sacrament.

Required sacrament preparation is done through a family-centered program which includes home study assignments and workshops to prepare for each sacrament.

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Reconciliation & First Eucharist:
Students wishing to prepare for the sacraments of Reconciliation and First Eucharist must have already received the sacrament of Baptism. Sacrament classes for Reconciliation and First Eucharist normally begin as early as 2nd grade and the process involves a series of parent/child workshops aimed at involving the whole family in the preparation. Sessions begin shortly after school begins and our First Eucharist celebrations usually occur in early May.

In accordance with diocesan guidelines, all students will prepare for Reconciliation prior to preparation for their first Eucharist.

 

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Confirmation:
Confirmation students will participate in Religious Education classes during their preparation, and may choose the option that best fits their needs:

• the parish/diocesan school (St. Michael School/Lansing Catholic)
• the eighth-grade religious education program
• the high school youth group

Students will be expected to attend a series of workshops, a local retreat and complete community service hours and faith formation hours as part of their preparation.

All students will need a sponsor who is an active member in the Catholic Church who will be able to be present at the Rite of Confirmation. There will be various activities for the sponsor and student to complete together throughout the year.  If the family is unable to find a sponsor, we will help find a good match in the parish.

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If you are unsure if your child is prepared for sacramental preparation because they did not attend religious education last year, has not been baptized, or is past the usual sacrament age, please contact Megan Drake to make arrangements and discuss the options available.