First Holy Communion

First Communion Sessions

SESSION 3 B - April 11th - April 26th

Please start Session THREE B and please complete by the 3rd week of April .
STEP ONE: Watch Brother Francis 'THE BREAD OF LIfe - Celebrating the Eucharist" - with your child, on FORMED (the link is below)
STEP TWO: Complete the final few pages (39-46) your child's First Communion Workbook and please have it completed by 3rd week of April.
STEP THREE: Once completed, email a picture of "Let's Review' page 46 to: holyfamily.sue@gmail.com

Session THREE - B - 'The Eucharist' Resources

Watch 'The Bread of Life' on FORMED First!

Material Needed

Jesus in the Eucharist Craft

Encounter Session Page 45 - God Among Us (please watch this movie)

We had originally planned to bring you and your child to the church for an Encounter Session, where you and your child could experience the Presence of our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament. Due to ongoing Covid protocols, it seems unlikely that we will be able to have this opportunity. We really encourage you to watch the movie below, while the quality may not be what we are used to these days, the message is great and I’m sure that both you and your child will be moved by it!

The Eucharist – LESSON HELP

SIGNS of GRACE You are Loved - Mini-clips on FORMED to watch in conjunction with the Workbook

The Eucharist – PARENT RESOURCES

SESSION 3 A - March 6th - March 22nd

Please start Session THREE A and please complete by mid-MARCH, you will be sent an email by March 22nd on when to start Session 3 B
STEP ONE: Watch Brother Francis 'THE MASS' A Life Giving Prayer - with your child,on FORMED (the link is below)
STEP TWO: Complete pages 30-40 in your child's First Communion Workbook and please have it completed by mid- March.
STEP THREE: Once completed, email a picture of "Let's Review' page 40 to: holyfamily.sue@gmail.com

Session THREE A - The Mass - Resources

Watch 'The Mass - A Life Giving Prayer' on FORMED First!

The Mass – LESSON HELP

SIGNS of GRACE You are Loved - Mini-clips on FORMED to watch in conjunction with the Workbook

The Mass – PARENT RESOURCES

Session TWO Resources

Once again, we encourage you to complete 1 or 2 pages per week. If you need support or if you find that you need additional material or supplies, please do not hesitate to let me know. Contact Sue Kanemy, First Communion Coordinator CLICK HERE.

Below you will find links, visuals and additional videos to help you teach your child Session 2 and prepare him or her for the sacrament of Reconciliation. A little further down you will find additional resources for adults.

PLEASE NOTE: We do not have date set for First Reconciliation or First Holy Communion, we will let you know as soon as we are able to make this happen given the current situation. Typically, in a normal year, we try to have first Reconciliation sometime in February and First Communion shortly after Easter.

WATCH 'Forgiven' on FORMED First!

Material needed from the First Communion Pouch

Act of Contrition Printable PDF

Reconciliation – LESSON HELP

SIGNS of GRACE - Mini-clips on FORMED to watch in conjunction with the Workbook

WORKBOOK PAGE 22 - Treasures of Reconciliation Activity - in your pouch...

“TREASURES” we receive each time we go to Confession – all material should be in an envelope in your pouch

It helps us say NO to sin.
It helps us to be GOOD and OBEDIENT.
It brings us CLOSER to GOD.
It INCREASES the GRACE in our SOUL.
It helps the LIGHT of JESUS shine brightly in our HEART.

WORKBOOK PAGE 26 - Our Sins are Washed Away - in your pouch...

BIBLE STORIES

Watch these short Bible Story videos to help reinforce Jesus' message of LOVE, COMPASSION & MERCY.

The Story of Zacchaeus – Luke 19:1- 10

This story illustrates how Jesus’ message of Love & Mercy and His salvation was intended for everyone—even an outcast.

The Parable of the Lost Sheep – Luke 15:17

In this parable, Jesus compares God to a shepherd and a sinner to the sheep. Just as the shepherd rejoices on finding his lost sheep, so God rejoices whenever we turn to him for forgiveness after wandering from him through our sin.

The Prodigal Son – Luke 15:11-32

Just as the father celebrates the homecoming of his lost son, God also rejoices when we confess our sins and our return to him.

The Unforgiving Servant – Matt. 18:21-35

In this parable, Jesus tells us to keep on forgiving and to have mercy on others. He forgives us all the time for small and big things so why wouldn’t we forgive others just the same. It’s not always easy but it’s what God wants us to do!

Jesus Heals the Paralytic – Mark 2:1-12

Jesus knew what this man needed most because He knew what was in his heart. Jesus knew that being paralyzed was difficult but it was even worse not to be forgiven.

Please watch this video with your child

This is a great video for kids, teens & adults! Very simple but accurate, it walks you through the Sacrament of Confession that will stick with you…

Reconciliation – PARENT RESOURCES

Visit the Reconciliation page of our website for more resources! Click on the image below….

Session ONE Resources

You are encouraged to complete 1 or 2 pages per week. If you need support, please do not hesitate to contact me or anyone at the parish. If you find that you need additional material or supplies, please visit the parish office Tuesdays or Wednesdays (call ahead 905-665-6470 to make sure someone will be there. There are links below... Contact Sue Kanemy, First Communion Coordinator HERE.

Material needed from the First Communion Pouch

Born Into the Kingdom

STORY TIME - God is with Me...

Play Video

TIME TRAVELLERS

Join our HFkids Email List to receive Short Video Messages for kids grade K-5

PRAYER RESOURCES

PARENT SESSION

ADVENT REFLECTIONS

First Communion Registration.

Registration for 2020-21 is CLOSED.
Registration for 2021-22 will open in September.

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Important Notice!

All Children must be baptized in the Roman Catholic Church in order to receive First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion. If your child was baptized in another Christian denomination or has not been baptized yet, arrangements will need to be made as soon as possible for your child to be either Baptized or ‘Received’ into the Catholic Church. We ask that you please contact the parish as soon as possible to make arrangements for the priest to assist you. Visit the Baptism page of our website if you would like more information on the process. Please continue to register your child...

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