Sacrament Preparation
The Code of Canon Law states that children reaching the age of reason (age 7 or above) can and shall be prepared for the reception of First Eucharist.
Canon 914 implies that the preparation and celebration of the Sacrament of Penance is done before the reception of First Eucharist.
Parental involvement in the catechesis of these two sacraments is essential to the on-going formation of the child. Because of this, it is necessary that the parent/guardian of those preparing for the sacrament of Penance and First Eucharist participate in the Intergenerational sessions held monthly beginning in September.
Any child preparing for these sacraments must be baptized and if baptized in a parish other than St. Margaret Mary, must submit a baptismal certificate when registering for the sacramental preparation sessions.
For further information concerning these Sacraments, contact the parish office at 724-335-2336.