First Solemn Communion
First Solemn Communion is an important step in our spiritual lives. It is the first opportunity for a child to learn about, and fully participate in, the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist on their own.
Usually children are presented as infants to the Church to receive the Sacraments of Baptism, Chrismation (aka Confirmation) and Eucharist . These children are then brought forward at each Divine Liturgy to continue receiving the Body and Blood of Christ by their parents, God-parents, or grand-parents. When they become old enough to understand the basic truths of the faith and to recognize the meaning of their own actions, (usually grade 2) they are prepared to go to the Sacrament of Reconciliation and then approach the Holy Eucharist, no longer being brought forth, but on their own.
AGE: Children 7 & 8 with parent participation
DESCRIPTION: This is a program to teach children (and their families) about God, His Church, and the Sacraments. It prepares children to celebrate their first Confession, and their First Solemn Communion, teaching them what Life with Christ is about, and to encourage them to take more responsibility for their own spiritual well being.
CONTACT: Parish Office (403)249-4818, Father Mike, or Kathy Livesey (FSC Teacher), kalivesey@shaw.ca
Usually children are presented as infants to the Church to receive the Sacraments of Baptism, Chrismation (aka Confirmation) and Eucharist . These children are then brought forward at each Divine Liturgy to continue receiving the Body and Blood of Christ by their parents, God-parents, or grand-parents. When they become old enough to understand the basic truths of the faith and to recognize the meaning of their own actions, (usually grade 2) they are prepared to go to the Sacrament of Reconciliation and then approach the Holy Eucharist, no longer being brought forth, but on their own.
AGE: Children 7 & 8 with parent participation
DESCRIPTION: This is a program to teach children (and their families) about God, His Church, and the Sacraments. It prepares children to celebrate their first Confession, and their First Solemn Communion, teaching them what Life with Christ is about, and to encourage them to take more responsibility for their own spiritual well being.
CONTACT: Parish Office (403)249-4818, Father Mike, or Kathy Livesey (FSC Teacher), kalivesey@shaw.ca
First Holy Communion 2023
St. Stephen’s offers a First Communion program to teach children and their families about God, His Church and the Sacraments. It prepares children to celebrate their first Confession and their First Solemn Communion, teaching them what Life with Christ is about, and encouraging them to take more responsibility for their own faith.
Classes are set to begin on Sunday, January 15, 2023. A total of 10 lessons will take place on Sunday mornings at 9:00 am. While children are engaged in their lessons, parents will participate in an ongoing faith formation session and families will then participate together at the 10:30 AM Sunday Liturgy.
First Holy Communion lessons will conclude with a teaching liturgy and short retreat for both children and adults on Lazarus Saturday, as well as confessions for children and parents.
For more information, please contact Kathy Livesey at kalivesey@shaw.ca. For registration, please visit our website at www.saintstephencalgary.ca/first-solemn-communion.html
Please register below.
St. Stephen’s offers a First Communion program to teach children and their families about God, His Church and the Sacraments. It prepares children to celebrate their first Confession and their First Solemn Communion, teaching them what Life with Christ is about, and encouraging them to take more responsibility for their own faith.
Classes are set to begin on Sunday, January 15, 2023. A total of 10 lessons will take place on Sunday mornings at 9:00 am. While children are engaged in their lessons, parents will participate in an ongoing faith formation session and families will then participate together at the 10:30 AM Sunday Liturgy.
First Holy Communion lessons will conclude with a teaching liturgy and short retreat for both children and adults on Lazarus Saturday, as well as confessions for children and parents.
For more information, please contact Kathy Livesey at kalivesey@shaw.ca. For registration, please visit our website at www.saintstephencalgary.ca/first-solemn-communion.html
Please register below.
First Solemn Communion Online Registration
Click to set custom HTML
NOTE: To download the FSC registration form please click HERE