Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation
"Those who approach the sacrament of Penance obtain pardon from God's mercy for the offense committed against him, and are, at the same time, reconciled with the Church which they have wounded by their sins and which by charity, by example, and by prayer labors for their conversion." CCC 1422.
This sacrament is a part of the preparation for the Eucharist (in children). Adults must participate in this Sacrament at least 1 time per year.
Preparation Classes for Reconciliation and First Communion:
First year students (First Communion preparation) Ages seven to thirteen years old
Second year students (Reconciliation and First Communion preparation) Ages seven to thirteen years old