• Please pick up your First Eucharist Packets this weekend-Feb 4-5! Each packet has name/data sheet on the front! One per child. If you do not see your packet - be in touch! (Packets are currently available in the west entrance)
• Location of packets: HS - Gathering Area SJC - West Entrance

• Tuesday, Feb. 7th at 6pm.
• Link will come in email and will be on the hub page.
• Same link for all zoom gatherings

• Bookmark and become familiar with the First Eucharist Hub Page.
• Add the preparation zoom and in person catechesis dates from the hub to your calendar. (link will be sent in email-same link for all sessions)
• Pick up textbooks and parent/family books at church on the weekends of Feb 4-5 or Feb 11-12
• Check the Syllabus & Suggested Reading Schedule link – you can move through this at your own pace
• Read through the Pew Banner Directions and note the final date to hand it in. Purchase materials for your pew banner. There are kits available online or you can do your own pattern. Early turn-in is appreciated!

• Sign up for Blessing and Enrollment on the weekend of Feb 11-12, 2023 – we are ‘officially’ enrolled as candidates for First Eucharist in the Spring.
• Add Ash Wednesday, Lent and Easter dates to your calendar and attend Masses.
• March, 2023 (found on your syllabus page)
• Request three optional dates for your First Eucharist Celebration. Most will get their first option.
• Request to have your child/children to do a liturgical ministry at their Mass. We will work with you to find just the right fit!

• Update and send a new family picture, if you wish
• Let us know if you need any ‘low gluten hosts’ for your family. We provide as many as you need. Info on Hub Page.
• Look at the frequently asked questions
• Review the First Eucharist Mass Narrative to know what your special First Eucharist day will look like!