Children typically prepare for First Reconciliation and First Eucharist around 2nd grade as part of our Faith Formation program.

First Eucharist: Children learn about the Eucharist as the true presence of Christ, receiving the Body and Blood of Jesus for the first time.

Parent meetings and retreats are part of the preparation process.  Older youth prepare with parents and the  Director of Youth Formation. 

Young people who wish to be confirmed in the Catholic Faith are welcomed to enroll in the Confirmation process here at Mary Mother once they have reached 10th grade. There will be an information session in the Fall, and the Confirmation Mass will be in the Spring. Candidates will be asked to choose a  sponsor with whom they will meet with to pray and discuss their faith and ask their questions. They will also participate in a retreat, be asked to offer 10 or more hours of service in the parish, and select a patron saint  The Confirmation process is separate from Faith Formation classes, though attendance in a Faith Formation program (here or in a Catholic school) during grades 8 through 10 is required for candidates.

*If your child has not yet received First Reconciliation or First Eucharist, please reach out to Amy for individual preparation,