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Sacrament of Reconciliation
First Reconciliation Preparation
(for children in 2nd Grade and older)
Families who wish to celebrate a sacrament must be registered members of St. Stephens and young people need to be enrolled and participating in a formation program or attending any Catholic school. Sacramental preparation is in addition to these programs.
Families with children in 2nd grade (and older) are invited to prepare for and celebrate First Reconciliation. Similar to First Eucharist, preparation for this sacrament consists of two required parent meetings, Learning Centers, and a retreat. A book is also used for at-home preparation. First Reconciliation celebrations occur in November/December.
Please >click here for preparation event dates for fall 2010.
Overview of the Sacrament of Reconciliation
It is important for us to reflect on the value of the Sacrament of Penance in our Catholic Tradition. The Sacrament of Confession is one of the greatest treasures of our Catholic faith. >Read More
- How to Go to Confession
- The Penance Assigned by the Priest
- Various Forms of the Act of Contrition
- Symbols of the Sacrament of Reconciliation
Preparation For The Sacrament Of Reconciliation
Reconciliation is the sacramental way to receive God’s forgiveness, and an Examination of Conscience is the proper way to prepare for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. >Read More
Examinations of Conscience Reflections:
- The Law of Love
- Ten Key Aspects of the Christian Life
- Simon the Pharisee’s Sins
- The Parable of the Bent Over Woman
- The Parable of the Lost Sheep
- The Parable of the Prodigal Son
- The Crucifixion
- St. Peter’s Short Comings
- A Children’s Examination of Conscience
Reconciliation times:
Wednesday evenings
7:00 p.m. in the Chapel
Saturday afternoons
4:00 p.m. in the Chapel
For Special Reconciliation times during Advent and Lent, >Click Here