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First Eucharist

Preparation for First Eucharist and Reconciliation

Sacramental Preparation for First Eucharist and First Reconciliation

Most Precious Blood children start to prepare to receive the sacraments of Reconciliation and First Eucharist in first grade and conclude preparation during second grade. The MPB preparation for the sacraments is a two-year program. The first year, families must be enrolled in FAITH (the MPB religious education program) or be enrolled at the MPB school. During the second year of preparation, usually during second grade, families must be enrolled in FAITH or at the school AND participate in an additional yearlong program called Sacramental Preparation.

During the second year of preparation, as the primary educators of their children, parents are responsible for preparing their children for these sacraments. Parents are supported in this important task by the Pastor and the Faith Formation Director with two trainings. One of the trainings highlights Reconciliation and the other First Communion.

Also, throughout the year, parents and students participate in two celebrations called 'Rites'. These obligatory 'Rites' are the Rite of Belonging and the Rite of Sharing God's Word. These underscore the significance of the sacraments in deepening the faith of the children and are celebrated with the entire MPB Sacramental Preparation community.

First Reconciliation preparation happens in the fall and winter with the First Reconciliations completed during Advent.
First Communion celebrations take place at eight weekend Masses during the Easter Season. The children celebrate their First Communion in small Christian community groups of 11 enhancing their sense of community and providing a more intimate experience.

For more information and enrollment, please contact Rita Mailander at the Parish Office, 303.756.3083 or mailander@mpbdenver.org.