The children are fully immersed in preparation for their First Communion. As catechists, our main goal: To help our children develop a relationship with Jesus Christ present in the Eucharist; and, to live Eucharist in their daily lives. WE ARE SENT into our WORLD to live the promises of the Resurrected Jesus – I AM WITH YOU ALWAYS! It is
Read moreAt St. Nicholas Religious Education (SCORE) in Evanston preparation for first Communion draws together parents, catechists, and the entire parish community. Earlier this month we celebrated First Reconciliation. To accompany parents and children throughout this sacramental process has been for me, a profound experience of God’s mercy and forgiveness. Parents so faithfully and lovingly prepared their child for his/her first
Read moreMaking connections: Parents and the Sacrament of Reconciliation – Throughout this time of sacramental preparation, I am becoming more and more convinced that the Sacrament of Reconciliation is about parenting, and providing parents with the support and encouragement needed to raise loving and faith-filled children. The graces of the sacrament Reconciliation affirms the role of parenting. The Church accompanies parents
Read moreThe Time is Now! First Sunday of Advent – the Gospel reading speaks with great urgency – Be prepared! Beware! Keep Alert! Stay Awake! For you do not know when the Master of the house will come. [Mark 13] What is it that you’re waiting for? Preparing for? For me, the Advent Season reminds me to center, to be
Read moreThe Lord’s Prayer guides the heart as the children learn about the examination of conscience.
Read moreWe enter into Week 10 of sacramental preparation for Reconciliation. Step-by-step the sacramental process draws upon teachable moments, one in particular speaks to the heart ~ Our Father.
Read morePreparation for the celebration of Reconciliation enters its eighth week.
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