Each year our Parishes offer an invitation to children attending non-Catholic primary schools to attend the after-school Parish Sacramental Program for the Sacraments of Reconciliation, First Eucharist and Confirmation.
For the last few years children in Year 3 have celebrated Reconciliation in Term 1, to coincide with the season of Lent, a penitential season that prepares us for Easter. Feedback and reflection over the last few years has indicated that many children would benefit in their cognitive, personal and moral development by delaying Reconciliation to the start of Year 4.
Commencing in 2024, the preparation and celebration of Reconciliation will be celebrated by children in Year 4.
The following dates have been set for the Sacraments in 2024:
Registration is now open and will close on Wednesday, 14 February.
Reconciliation Registration form
Registration will open on Friday, 8 March 2024.
Registration will open on Friday, 21 June 2024.
The invitation to prepare and celebrate the Sacraments is always offered with the understanding that parents are the first educators in faith for their children. If you would like to discuss the sacramental preparation or readiness of your child for any of the Sacraments with our parish, please contact Nanette Giovannini, our Sacramental Coordinator, on 9816 9291 or email [email protected]
If you would like your child to be prepared for one of the Sacraments through the after-school Sacramental Program, we invite you to complete the Expressions of Interest form.
Updated: 25 January 2024
Published: 15 December 2023
19 Brenbeal Street, Balwyn VIC 3103
Telephone: 03 9816 9291
Email: [email protected]
Office Hours:
Tue - Fri 9:00am – 5:00pm