The Reconciliation and First Holy Communion 2026 programme has now started. Applications for next year’s programme 2027 will open in the summer.
We aim to provide you with practical support and useful opportunities for discussion as you experience the privilege of helping your son or daughter prepare for these sacraments. Our sessions are designed for parents and children together. The Church teaches us that parents are the ‘first and best teachers’ of their children. There is no one more suited to guide your child through this time than you, who know them so well. The course is designed to make your task easier and more pleasurable.
First Holy Communion and Reconciliation
The Course will follow the ‘I Belong’ book which guides Children through the different elements of The Mass providing understanding and meaning to The Liturgy. The idea behind following this course provides the opportunity for parents to sit with their children and share their faith. We provide a guide to support parents on the journey with their children. There is a course material fee of £10. This covers the cost of both the book and the parish produced materials. If this is an issue or if you have more than one child on the course then please do email L J
Dates for the Reconciliation and First Holy Communion course 2026
The 2025-2026 programme will start with a Parent’s Session, 7pm-8.30pm, 7th October in the hall. Week beginning 13th October, there are after school Family chats with Fr Adams, LJ and Teresa so that we can meet you and your child. Please look for the sign up list on the board in the porch to book a time slot. These will be held in the Emmanuel Centre.
Workshops will be held approx. once a month on Saturday Mornings 9.30-11.30am for parents and their children in the parish hall- please arrive from 9.20am to ensure we start promptly. Regular Mass attendance is mandatory.
We also operate an additional Programme that operates in conjunction with the main programme. This is specifically designed for those Children who do not attend Catholic Schools. These Sessions are run by Teresa Lawrence-Hyde. The Programme journey’s through the Liturgical year exploring the high points and the Liturgical seasons. These Sessions will take place on Wednesdays 4.30- 5.30pm.