Children’s Sacramental
Preparation
Our Vision
Sacramental Preparation at Christ the King is founded on our belief that parents are the primary and most important teachers of the faith. The parish exists to support you along that journey. In light of this, our program consists of catechesis for both parents and children. Both attend all preparation sessions and portions of the preparation will take place in the home, the domestic church.
“The role of parents in education is of such importance that it is almost impossible to provide an adequate substitute” – Gravissimum Educationis, 1965
Commitment
Sacramental Preparation is a two-year program during which your child will receive First Reconciliation,
Confirmation, and First Communion. It is intended for ages 7 - 12.**
#1. Mass Attendance: The most important aspect of this preparation is weekly Mass attendance and is expected of all families.
"We go to Mass not simply because it’s an obligation. Rather, we attend Mass because it’s our loving response to the God who has loved us first. It is an active choice of the will to give of our time, treasure, and talent – knowing full well it will never amount to the sacrifice endured by our Savior." ~ Author Unknown
#2. Emmaus Participation: Families engage in the life of the parish through attendance at our monthly, whole community faith formation program, Emmaus. For the dates, more information, and to register, visit our Emmaus Page.
#3. Sacramental Preparation: Year 1 consists of preparing for and receiving First Reconciliation. Year 2 consists of preparing for and receiving Confirmation and First Communion.
First Reconciliation
Preparation Schedule for 2026-2027
Meetings will take place on Sundays from 9:00-10:30 am in the All Saints Room of Barry Hall on Christ the King’s campus.
Session 1: October 18
Session 2: November 15
Session 3: January 24
Session 4: February 14
Celebration: Saturday March 13th
Confirmation & First Communion
Preparation Schedule for 2026-2027
Our four retreats will take place on Sundays from 12:00-4:00 pm in the Parish Activity Center on Christ the King’s campus.
Retreat 1: November 22
Retreat 2: January 31
Retreat 3: March 21
Retreat 4: April / May TBD
Celebration: TBD
For program inquiries, contact Haley Judd at haley@christthekingnh.org
**This sacramental preparation program is intended for children ages 7-12 that have already been baptized. Please see the Children’s Sacramental Guide if your child is over 12 or unbaptized.