Learners in Year 4 celebrate the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist for the first time.
Learners in Year 4 across the parish are prepared to celebrate the sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist for the first time. If your child is Roman Catholic or of a Rite that is in communion with Rome, they will celebrate the sacraments. More information about this process is explained in the Sacramental Preparation Policy. These are important celebrations in the faith life of your child and our parish. Dates and venues may change depending on circumstances. You will receive confirmed information closer to each event.
Reconciliation
Congratulations to all Year 4 learners who celebrated the sacrament for the first time.
The sacrament (1st Rite) can be celebrated every Saturday at 9:30 – 10:00 am and 5:00-5:30 pm, or by appointment via parish office (03 9401 6367).
Eucharist
Eucharist Faith Workshop
For: Families – Parents and learners
Where: Online [Google Meet]
Date: Thursday 22 June
Time: 7:00pm
All learners (with at least one adult) are expected to attend. Learners need to be logged in to their school Google account to access ther workshop.
Eucharist Presentation Mass
For: Parents and learners
Where: St James the Apostle Church
Dates: Saturday 15 / Sunday 16 / Saturday 22 / Sunday 23 July
Time: Sat – 6:00pm; Sun – 8:30am, 10:30am, 5:00pm
All learners are expected to attend one Mass.
Eucharist Immersion Day
For: Learners
Where: St James the Apostle School
Date: Friday 4 August
Learners will be engaged in learning in preparation for the sacrament. Date subject to change.
Celebration of the Sacrament of Eucharist for the first time
For: Learners and parents
Where: St James the Apostle Church
Date: Saturday 19 August
Time: 10:30am
Doors will open 20 minutes before the Mass begins. We ask that everyone is seated to begin on time.
Sunday Mass normally runs for 60 minutes.
All learners are expected to attend.
Eucharist Reflection Day
For: Learners
Where: St James the Apostle School
Date: TBC
Learners will engage in a reflective and celebratory day. Lunch is provided on this day (chips, potato cake).
Dress requirements
All learners are expected to wear their summer (sport) uniform for either celebration of Reconciliation.
The sacrament of Eucharist does not require any special piece of clothing as part of the liturgy. While families might wear a particular type of dress as a tradition, this is not necessary for the celebration of the sacrament.
All members of the congregation are expected to dress neatly and respectfully.
Photography
Professional photography may be available for the celebration of Eucharist.