St. Anthony's parish prepares children to receive the Most Holy Eucharist -- the source and summit of our Catholic faith. Also at this time children are also prepared for the sacrament of Reconciliation.
First Reconciliation / First Holy Communion: First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion will be offered to all 2nd Graders who are:
Children who are at least 7 years of age, in the second grade, by the time classes begin in September.
Have been enrolled and maintained attendance in Faith Formation classes for the past 2 consecutive years.
Parents of children wishing to receive the sacraments must attend a series of Parent Meetings. In addition, both parent and child must attend a series of Sacramental classes and a First Communion Retreat together.