The Sacrament of Reconciliation, commonly known as confession, or the Sacrament of Penance, is required and open to children who are preparing to receive their first Holy Communion.  The importance of becoming sensitive to right and wrong and making responsible choices begins at an early age.  Children are encouraged to form the habit of frequent confession.

Children in the second grade and up are invited to prepare for the celebration of this sacrament.  Preparation and formation is a process that includes parent-guided learning, weekly participation in Mass, and additional group gatherings for communal preparation and dialogue.  A registration fee provides material fees and retreat programming. 
For questions about First Reconciliation, please contact
Katherine Walton, Youth Sacraments
[email protected]
2026 - 2027 First Reconciliation Sacrament Schedule
Required Sacrament Meetings
(Choose ONE meeting per topic)
At least one parent is required to attend all meetings with their child.

What Are Sins?  (and Information Meeting)
Parent(s) and child
Saturday, October 10, 2026 | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm | St. Michael Cafeteria
Monday, October 12, 2026 | 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm | St. Michael Cafeteria

Breaking Down Sin  (Formation Night)
Parent(s) and child
Monday, November 16, 2026 | 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm | St. John in Favret Hall
Monday, November 23, 2026 | 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm | St. John in Favret Hall

First Reconciliation Retreat
Parent(s) and child
Saturday, December 5, 2026 | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm | St. Gabriel
Monday, December 7, 2026 | 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm | St. Gabriel
First Reconciliation Service Times
Parent(s), child, and guests if desired
Thursday, December 10, 2026 | 6:00 pm | St. Michael Church
​Saturday, December 12, 2026 | 11:00 am | St. John Church
Dress Code
There is no set dress code for First Reconciliation.  We simply ask that your child dress respectfully, keeping in mind that they will be in God's house.  There is nothing your child needs to bring for this special occasion.