Children of All Saints and St. Matthew’s Parish who have received the Sacrament of Baptism are eligible to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Eucharist in second grade.
Your children will be prepared to receive these gifts as a result of direct catechesis in the classroom or through Family Formation. The child must be enrolled in either program.
Parents are their children’s first teachers of their faith. To assist parents, additional resources will be made available electronically to supplement catechism instruction at home.
First Reconciliation
This Sacrament is received before First Communion, during the winter months. It will be the first time your son or daughter experiences the graces of Reconciliation by receiving forgiveness from God for the sins they have committed.
First Communion
This is the first time your son or daughter will receive the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ during Mass. The Eucharist is the source and summit of our Catholic faith, making this an essential and beautiful Sacrament for them to receive.
Students of St. Matthew School and Parish will make their First Communion at the 4pm Mass at St. Matthew on April 15, 2023. More information will be shared at a later date.
Questions about First Reconciliation or First Communion?
Contact Emily Worley at eworley@stmatthewcr.org, or Stacy Cataldo at catechesis@allsaintscr.com or 319-363-6130, ext. 114.
I never received my First Reconciliation or First Eucharist…
If you are an adult and would like to receive your First Reconciliation, First Communion, or join the Church, check out our RCIA/Catholic Initiation Process Page.