Sacramental Preparation for First Penance and First Holy Communion
Children must be baptized in the Catholic Church and are typically in grades 2nd-5th.

If your child is in 6th-12th grade,
or have not received Baptism, 
or were not baptized Catholic, 
please text Matt at 817-846-4486 to discuss preparation.

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STEP 1: Enroll your Child in Formation
Enroll your child in the grade level that is appropriate (2nd-5th).
Enroll for 2026-2027 Formation Classes HERE Opens June 27!

If your child is attends Catholic School or is Homeschooled with a Catholic Catechism component please text Matt to set up a phone call - 817-846-4486.
If your child is in 6th-12th grade and has not received First Holy Communion please text Matt to set up a phone call - 817-846-4486.

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STEP 2: Attend the Parent Orientation Meeting

August 17 at 6:30 pm in St. Joseph Hall
At this meeting, parents will receive all information regarding the sacramental preparation program. The meeting is geared toward parents, but children are welcome to attend.

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Companion Course for Parents

7-Week Session for Parents

Parents will attend a 7-week class that can occur the same day/time as their child's class, but dates and times are flexible.
Sign-up at the Orientation Meeting - August 17

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Assessment / Confession / Paperwork / Group Meeting with Father
A first communion date may not be scheduled until Assessment is complete.

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Baptism/First Penance/First Communion for Adults

Please see Become Catholic for information about receiving these sacraments for the first time as an adult.  Even if you are baptized Catholic and just want to re-enter the life of the Church, check out this page for assistance in returning to the sacraments.