Sacramental Preparation for 1st Eucharist and Reconciliation is a two-year process, usually beginning in 1st grade. Before receiving 1st Eucharist, students must have been enrolled in Faith Formation classes for 2 consecutive years including the current year. For information about and to register for regular Faith Formation classes, click HERE.

Requirements for first year of Sacramental Preparation (Sac Prep):

• Regular attendance in Faith Formation Classes, either In-Person or Home Study (click HERE to register.)
  • 2 unexcused absences permitted per semester
  • Submit doctor's excuses to Dena at dena@sacredhrt.com.
  • Excess absences will cause extra year's delay in receiving sacraments
• Email copy of Baptismal Certificate to Denaat dena@sacredhrt.com. If your child was baptized at Sacred Heart, Richmond, TX you do NOT need to email us this. 
• Attend weekly Sunday Mass (Saturday evening or Sunday)
• Memorize Prayers: Our Father, Hail Mary and Glory Be (to be tested in April) 
• $50 fee/child and Registration for Sacramental Preparation for 1st Eucharist HERE. If your family has financial need, email Dena at dena@sacredhrt.com before registering for reduced or waived fee. 

Suggestions for first year of Sac Prep:

• Go to the Sacrament of Reconciliation and Eucharist
• Pray with your children—after meal, before bed, etc.
• Kids’ videos on www.formed.org
• Read the Bible with your children
• Read Christian kids’ books with your children

The second year of Sacramental Preparation requires attendance of parent meetings, parent/student classes, and retreats. Visit HERE for information on Second Year of Sacramental Preparation for 1st Eucharist and Reconciliation. 

For more information about Sacred Heart's Sacramental Preparation Program for 1st Reconciliation and Eucharist, contact Dena Floresat dena@sacredhrt.com.