FIRST RECONCILIATION PREPARATION

HOLY SPIRIT AND ST. JOSEPH


PLEASE REVIEW THE REQUIREMENTS FOR TONIGHT'S

ZOOM FAMILY MEETING:

  • There must be at least ONE PARENT sitting with their child during the entire ZOOM gathering
  • Your camera should be ON and your audio MUTED
  • Please ask questions in the chat and they will be answered live
  • The PPT and videos that we will view during the gathering will be found on the Hub Page for a second viewing!
  • Aside from any 'technical' issues, the sessions are recorded and posted on the HUB.

St. Joseph's Church is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

 

Topic: 1st Reconciliation Family Zoom Session

Time: Nov 28, 2023 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

 

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89125542729?pwd=YmlocVptakNzM0VNYjlIeGFBaDZ5QT09

 

Meeting ID: 891 2554 2729

Passcode: 009974

TO DO LIST:

  • email family picture to one of the team
  • send copy of baptismal certificate, if not baptized at HS or SJC
  • receive permission from your pastor if you are members of a parish other than HS or SJC
  • carve out family prayer and faith sharing time
  • plan a special celebration after First Reconciliation
  • 'Like and Follow' 'St. Joseph's Church' & 'Church of the Holy Spirit' on Facebook, YouTube & Instagram
  • bookmark our Sister Parish Website:https://holyspirit-saintjoseph.org/


FOLLOW UP FROM OUR FIRST GATHERING:

PICK UP MATERIALS

Those who have not picked up their textbooks, they are found in the hallway near the Blessed Sacrament Chapel for 24/7 pick up.


Explanations of all the textbooks and materials. You can also scroll down for an explanation


How to do your readings and preparation for First Reconciliation


WE MISSED THE BLESSING AND ENROLLMENT

  • If you were unable to attend Mass on Oct 27-28: Here is the ritual.

Please use this link to do your blessing and enrollment at home



WE MISSED THE NOV 7TH GATHERING (registered families)

A recording and copy of the PPT are available on the Hub Page; https://holyspirit-saintjoseph.org/first-reconciliation-2023-emails


Find every email that has been sent to families


All Powerpoints andn any video links and recordings of sessions



WE MISSED THE NOV 7TH GATHERING (families not yet registered)

If you missed the Nov 7th Gathering and have not yet registered for First Reconciliation, please do this immediately: https://giving.parishsoft.com/App/Form/1511c98c-f19e-43f5-8d2a-1c79365508c0


HOW TO PROCEED?


TO DO LIST:

  • email family picture to one of the team
  • send copy of baptismal certificate, if not baptized at HS or SJC
  • receive permission from your pastor if you are members of a parish other than HS or SJC
  • carve out family prayer and faith sharing time
  • plan a special celebration after First Reconciliation
  • 'Like and Follow' 'St. Joseph's Church' & 'Church of the Holy Spirit' on Facebook, YouTube & Instagram
  • bookmark our Sister Parish Website:https://holyspirit-saintjoseph.org/



Can I UNSUBSCRIBE?

Please do not unsubscribe from this email. This is how we will communicate throughout the sacramental preparation process & parish emails.Thank you!

Missed Blessing and Enrollment? - if you were unable to attend Mass on Oct 27-28:

RITUAL: to do at home

Please use this link to do your blessing and enrollment at home.

IMPORTANT LINKS:

All links below are also on the First Reconciliation Hub Page:

First Reconciliation Hub Page


Find every email that has been sent to families


All Powerpoints andn any video links and recordings of sessions


Dates, requirements for receiving First Reconciliation, etc


Explanations of all the textbooks and materials


How to do your readings and preparation for First Reconciliation



Get ready for your Celebration


Helpful handout for adults for preparing for and celebrating Reconciliation

(Confession)

How to go to confession, Act of Sorrow, Examination of Conscience

STAYING IN TOUCH AND SESSIONS AT HOME:


We will stay in touch with you on a regular basis through email with the subject: 'First Reconciliation'. If you have questions or have a specific need, please be in touch with one of us, anytime.


AT-HOME FIRST RECONCILIATION PREPARATION:

  • GO AT YOUR OWN PACE! Take a look at everything and feel free to come up with your own plan or you can follow this suggested learning guide.
  • both in-person and at home sessions are a no computer/cell phone/gaming zone (unless looking up information)
  • focus on your children/parents and the moment you are sharing
  • do only as much as you can handle at the moment - you are never behind!
  • practice being a family who forgives, says you're sorry & says please and thank you
  • have fun with it!

MATERIALS FOR FIRST RECONCILIATION


Books to be picked up in the hallway behind the Blessed Sacrament Chapel 24/7

Packets will be available before our Tuesday Session. Come early to pick up!

PARENTS:
Your text is God's Gift - TOGETHER.

Please refer to this booklet before you do your session with your children before each chapter. There are various prayers and activities that are suggested. Please take the time to do the reading and prayer as you prepare as a family for the celebration of First Reconciliation. As this book states, "Make the most of this Season of Preparation". We often refer to it as a time of 'retreat' for your family.

Be sure to find time to:
  • Pray together
  • Nurture 'A School of Forgiveness' in your family life
  • Work to make the Sacrament of Reconciliation a regular practice throughout life
  • Nourish your soul daily with spiritual reading - examples in 'Together'
CHILDREN:
Your 1st text is God's Gift - RECONCILIATION.

Please take your time as you read each chapter and work with your family to do the activities and prayer. Beautiful things that you will learn are:
  • God calls us friends
  • Jesus saves us
  • Jesus forgives us
  • Jesus heals us
  • The Holy Spirit guides us
  • 'I Live My Faith' - How to prepare for your First Reconciliation Celebration
  • Learning Special Catholic Prayers
  • I Know These Words - vocabulary words for each chapter
  • And Most Important: STICKERS!
Your 2nd text is the smaller book 'My Own Reconciliation Booklet' will teach you the Sacrament of Reconciliation and you can draw and write thoughts & prayers into this book.

TEAM


Most important members: Parents, Grandparents, Family Members and:


Fr. Jim Schwartz, pastor

fr.jim.schwartz@sjcpenfield.com


Jeanne Mooney, director of faith formation

jeanne.mooney@sjcpenfield.com


Nancy Veronesi, director of worship

nancy.veronesi@sjcpenfield.com


Susan Gividen, director of music

susan.e.gividen@dor.org


Bill Crandall, worship team chair

willcran27@gmail.com


Kathleen Best, administration

kathleen.best@sjcpenfield.com
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