Celebration of the Sacraments

Reception of the sacraments is one of the most important missions of our school. Catholic church doctrine reminds us that parents are the primary educators in the ways of our faith. Our job at Nativity is to help your child grow as they continue on their journey of faith. By working together, we as parents and teachers provide a strong foundation for our young people as they prepare to receive the sacraments of Reconciliation, Holy Communion and Confirmation.

We invite all of our parents to be actively involved in the sacramental preparation process by:

• Attending a special meeting with our pastor which begins the preparation process.
• Reviewing the materials that are sent home which support the instruction the students receive in the classroom.
• Talking with your child about the importance of the sacraments.
• Modeling for your child the priority you make of the consistent reception of the sacraments in your daily lives.
• Praying with and for your children as they prepare for the reception of each sacrament.

Sacramental Calendar for 2017-2018

8th Grade Confirmation
Confirmation Vigil Service Friday, November 3, 2017 at 7:00 PM in the evening in the Upper Church
Confirmation Ceremony Sunday, November 5, 2017 at 2:00 PM at the St. Paul Cathedral
 

2nd Grade Sacrament Dates
Parent Sacramental Meeting: October 11, 2017 at 7:00 PM in Steiner Hall

First Reconciliation - in the Upper Church

• Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at 6:30 PM in Upper Church  - rooms to be determined
• Wednesday, January 10, 2018 at 6:30 PM  - rooms to be determined

First Communion* -  in the Upper Church

• Saturday, April 21, 2018 at 10:00 AM  in Upper Church - rooms to be determined
• Saturday, April 28, 2018 at 10:00 AM  in Upper Church - rooms to be determined

*Reception to follow in Steiner Hall