Parent/Child Workshop First Reconciliation Holy Family Catholic Community Parent/Child Workshop Aim to get the families with older children at the same table. September 13, 2017

What is the Sacrament of Reconciliation about? It is about forgiveness of our sins once we are able to recognize and be sorry for them. It is not about us being bad; it’s about God being so good. It reconciles us to God and helps us reconcile with one another so that our lives can be full. Confessing our sins to a priest who God works through to forgive us. Maybe ask what a sacrament is… Reconciliation: pardon and Peace: page 74 (student book)

Holy Family’s First Reconciliation Preparation The First Reconciliation preparation primarily happens in the home. The parish gives support to both parents and children through parent meetings and one workshop. Families work through the student book at home using the Family Guide. Do not fear!…we are here to help. Parent as the primary source of the faith. We could do this, but it is the parent’s job to do this. We help. (suggested saying by Fr. Rob)

Introduction of Text Encounter With Christ: Reconciliation Student book Our Parish, My Family, About Me Six chapters Extras Glossary Lesson Layout Prayer/ Scripture Reading Catholic Signs and Symbols Meet Jesus Rite Focus My Family in Our Parish Parent Guide Invite Discover Live My Reconciliation Book Individual Celebration Group Celebration sacraments.osv.com Username: hfccreconciliation Password: HolyFamily2016 Turn to index page to see each chapter title Time: Lesson Layout – about an hour Step 1: 3-Minute Family Retreat – 3 minutes Step 2: Let’s Imagine… - 10-15 minutes Step 3: Let’s Dig In – 40 minutes Step 4: Let’s Pray – 5-10 min

Encounter With Christ :Reconciliation Recommended Lesson Schedule September: 13 – Lesson 1 – We are Made in God’s Image 23 – Lesson 2 – We Live in a Covenant with God October: 3 – Lesson 3 – We are Called to Forgiveness 13 – Lesson 4 – We Come to Reconciliation 23 – Lesson 5 – We Confess and Do Penance November: 3 – Lesson 6- We are Forgiven and We Forgive Completed Student Books are due by November 8th. Please bring them to the Final Preparation or to the parish office. Student Books will be returned at the Reconciliation Service

First Reconciliation Prep Schedule First Parent/Child Workshop September 13th from 6:30-8:00 PM – Legacy Final Preparation Workshop November 8th – 6:30-8:00 PM – Church First Reconciliation Service Saturday, November 11th – 10:30 AM – Church (please be prompt) Attendance: If participation becomes an issue, then I may ask the family to wait until a later year/date to continue to prepare for this sacrament. If family issues, health/death, occur, please let me know. Reconciliation Service: Feel free to bring the whole family. You can even invite grandparents. Everyone will have the opportunity to celebrate the sacrament. The service is prayed together at the beginning and then individual confessions precede. Attendance is expected at each meeting. If you are not able to make it, a phone call or email prior to the meeting would be greatly appreciated.

Resources HFCC’s website Publisher Website YOUCAT (Youth Catechism) sacraments.osv.com YOUCAT (Youth Catechism) Google “YOUCAT” and a free PDF should be available If you have any questions or need help with something, please feel free to contact Ed Haynes in the parish office (301-473-4800 ext. 112) or via email ehaynes@stfrancis-stmary.org). Touch on the following handouts… Getting Started Gives parents an idea of how to prepare to lead a session with their child. Other ideas are on the back Your child’s moral development: Accept forgiveness It is a challenge at times to accept forgiveness…especially form yourself. This touches on accepting forgiveness.

Parent/Child Workshop First Reconciliation Holy Family Catholic Community Parent/Child Workshop Aim to get the families with older children at the same table. September 13, 2017