Hope everyone has had a good week. In week two of Reconciliation Prep we have talked about the Ten Commandments and the first step of Reconciliation---Examining our Conscious. We ask again, please try and go over with your child the materials they are bringing home from class. It helps them review and solidify what they have learned and helps you know what they may be struggling with or have questions about. You are their first teachers and as fun as we try to make it and as nice as we are they may still not feel comfortable asking about some things. Going over the packet opens the door for conversation and questions your child may have. This Saturday's class we will be visiting the Reconciliation Room at St. Rose and going over the Steps of a good confession. I have included a video for your child to watch prior to coming on Saturday. (We have another one that we will be showing that goes along with our lessons) PLEASE have them watch it. Also, during First Reconciliation (Monday, 2/26 from 6-8) we give parents the opportunity to also go to Reconciliation themselves. We will have a separate priest for adults. (It is not mandatory) But a lot of parents like the idea of having the experience with their child. If you haven't gone in a while, you may be nervous. I have attached a video from Father Mike for you talking about going back to Confession/Reconciliation.
Some people have asked about dress for First reconciliation and First Communion. All we ask for First Reconciliation is that they dress up a little---like they were going to a special dinner or event. This means no T-shirts, jeans or sneakers. If they would wear it to play in it's probably not for First Reconciliation. They are meeting Jesus for the First time in Reconciliation, so we want them to feel like it is special---and it is. The church will be quiet with a little soft music etc. For First Communion we have more of a dress code. We ask girls making their First Communion to wear a white dress with a veil or flowers on their head, and white shoes with tights/stockings or white socks. First Communion Boys can wear navy blue, black or khaki pants with a white shirt (long or short sleeved) with a tie and black or brown shoes--no sneakers. Some people like to take this as an opportunity to buy their child's first suit. That is fine if you want, but it is not a requirement. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this or anything else, please reach out to me. I hope you have a great week and are able to find some of God's Blessings along the way.
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