Sacraments

Reception of the sacraments is one of the most important missions of our school.  Preparation for all sacraments is incorporated into the religion curriculum at the respective grade levels.  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.

First Reconciliation:  

Students in second grade spend the second quarter preparing for their First Reconciliation.  The focus for the sacrament is on the unconditional love of God and his desire to forgive us when we are truly sorry and ask for His forgiveness.  We use the story of the Good Shepherd to help the children understand the depth of God’s love for each of us. 

Parent Sacramental Meeting - Wednesday, September 27 at 6:30 PM in Steiner Hall

First Reconciliation dates:
Tuesday, January 9 at 6:30 PM

• Room 201 - Mr. Brees
• Room 202 - Mrs. Krieger

• Room 203 - Mrs. Ashe
• Room 204 - Mrs. Krenz

First Communion: 

Students in second grade spend the second half of the school year preparing for their First Communion.  They learn about the elements of the liturgy and the sacrifice of the Mass.  They receive their First Holy Communion as a class at a special Mass in end of April beginning of May surrounded by their families.

First Holy Communion dates:

• Room 203 - Mrs. Ashe
• Room 204 - Mrs. Krenz

• Room 201 - Mr. Brees
• Room 202 - Mrs. Krieger

Confirmation: 

Students begin preparing for their Confirmation in November of their seventh grade year.  They are instructed in the doctrine of the Church and further develop their own faith life as they prepare for this important sacrament.  In the fall of their eighth grade year the students have a special retreat and prayer vigil before being Confirmed at the St. Paul Cathedral.
 

7th Grade-

Parent Sacrament Meeting: Wednesday, September 27 at 7:15 PM in Steiner Hall

Covenant Mass: Tuesday, November 28 at 7:00 PM in Upper Church

8th Grade-

Confirmation Retreat: Thursday, September 21 during school hours

Confirmation Vigil Service:   Thursday, November 9 at 7:30 PM in Upper Church

Confirmation Ceremony at the Cathedral St. Paul: Saturday, November 11 at 10:00 AM Cathedral of St. Paul