First Reconciliation (First Confession) is celebrated in February of second grade before First Eucharist. Student preparation is completed in either the Parish School or Sunday Religious Education program for second graders, or older children beginning their preparation later.
First Eucharist (First Holy Communion) is celebrated in April or May of second grade. Student preparation is completed in either the Parish School or Sunday Morning Religious Education program.
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Parents participate in a Parent Evening of Reflection and Formation for the Sacrament of First Reconciliation and one for the Sacrament of First Eucharist prior to the child receiving these sacraments.
Children who, for whatever reason, are beyond second grade and have not received First Reconciliation (Confession) or First Eucharist (Communion) may celebrate these sacraments in later grades following two years of religious education in either the Parish School or Sunday Morning Religious Education programs. For information on receiving these sacraments, please phone the Religious Education Office remote line at (312) 857-6782 or email parish@queenofangelschicago.org.