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FIRST RECONCILIATION & EUCHARIST

What are these sacraments?

The Sacrament of First Reconciliation (also called Confession or Penance) allows children to encounter God’s mercy in a personal way through the forgiveness of sins. Before receiving First Holy Communion, children must first be prepared for and receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

First Holy Communion is the moment a child receives the Body and Blood of Christ for the first time during Mass. This sacred milestone marks a deepening of their participation in the life of the Church and is a joyful celebration for the whole parish community.

Preparing at St. Peter’s

Our combined program for First Reconciliation and First Communion typically runs from fall to spring and includes a blend of in-person gatherings and home-based learning. A typical year includes:

  • One Parent Gathering Session for each sacrament
  • Six Family Sessions per sacrament (child + at least one parent/guardian)
  • A retreat for each sacrament
  • Celebration of First Reconciliation (Winter)
  • Celebration of First Communion (Summer)
 

Registration deadline is October 12th, 2027.

Our sessions this year will be offered on Mondays and Tuesdays from 6pm until 7:30pm.

Our Parent Gathering will take place on Oct 19th & 20th (please note, you only need to pick one session to attend). Please find below the schedule for the 2026-2027 Program:

 

First Reconciliation Sessions 

Parent Gathering: 

Monday, October 19th @ 6pm 

Tuesday, October 20th@ 6pm 

Family Gathering 1: 

Monday, November 2nd @ 6pm 

Tuesday, November 3rd@ 6pm 

 

Family Gathering 2: 

Monday, November 16th @ 6pm 

Tuesday, November 17th @ 6pm 

 

Family Gathering 3: 

Monday, November 30th @ 6pm 

Tuesday, December 1st @ 6pm 

 

Family Gathering 4: 

Monday, December 14th @ 6pm 

Tuesday, December 15th @ 6pm 

 

Family Gathering 5: 

Monday, January 4th @ 6pm 

Tuesday, January 5th @ 6pm 

 

Family Gathering 6: 

Monday, January 18th @ 6pm 

Tuesday, January 19th @ 6pm 

 

Closing Retreat & First Reconciliation Celebration: 

Saturday, January 30th @ 9:30am to 1:30pm 

First Eucharist Sessions 

Parent Gathering: 

Monday, February 1st @ 6pm 

Tuesday, February 2nd@ 6pm 

 

Family Gathering 1: 

Monday, February 22nd @ 6pm 

Tuesday, February 23rd @ 6pm 

 

Family Gathering 2: 

Monday, March 8th @ 6pm 

Tuesday, March 9th @ 6pm 

 

Family Gathering 3: 

Monday, March 22nd @ 6pm 

Tuesday, March 23rd @ 6pm 

 

 

Family Gathering 4: 

Monday, April 5th  @ 6pm 

Tuesday, April 6th @ 6pm 

 

Family Gathering 5: 

Monday, April 19th @ 6pm 

Tuesday, April 20th @ 6pm 

 

Family Gathering 6: 

Monday, May 3rd @ 6pm 

Tuesday, May 4th @ 6pm 

 

Closing Retreat: 

Saturday, May 15th @ 9:30am to 12:30pm 

 

First Eucharist Celebration: 

Saturday, May 29th and Sunday, May 30th during scheduled mass times. A sign up schedule will be provided closer to the date. 

Registration for St. Peter’s First Reconciliation and Communion for the 2026-27 is now OPEN.

Registration deadline is October 12th, 2027.

 

Please use this form to register for these Sacrament Preparation programs if your child is school aged. This includes Elementary school ages (7-11 years). For students in High School (12-16), please register under the Sacrament of Confirmation.

If you have any questions, please email: sacraments@st-peters.ca

The Resurrection Choir at St. Peter’s stands as a testament to the power of music and compassion. By coming together for the sole purpose of singing at Catholic funerals, choir members provide a touching and heartfelt gift to grieving families, lifting spirits and creating a sense of peace during times of loss.

For those who wish to be part of a choir but cannot make a weekly commitment, the Resurrection Choir is the perfect fit. We understand that people have busy lives and might find it challenging to commit to regular rehearsals. Therefore, we only practice before each funeral Mass, allowing members to participate when they are available.

If you want to be part of a choir that makes a difference without the pressure of a weekly commitment, we warmly welcome you.  The joy of making a positive impact on the lives of grieving families is the most rewarding aspect of being part of the Resurrection Choir.

Encounter is a new choir that began to serve St. Peters in late 2022. We would love to welcome singers and musicians of all ages to join our growing group. Our song selections are mostly traditional sprinkled with some contemporary – sourced from the Glory & Praise hymnal. 

 

Our choir has a passion for leading St Peter’s congregation in praise, the meaning of our name, Laudate.  We are a friendly and supportive group who love the liturgy, the music and the gift of blending our voices with each other and the assembly. The music we sing is diverse, from chant & traditional to contemporary. Our membership presently is mostly adults but families with children are always welcome. Many young people have grown up in our ranks! Singers and instrumentalists, with or without experience, who share our desire to praise and to serve, are invited to join us.

 

Youth Alive is a group of young singers and musicians who come together to offer praise to God.  Being a part of our choir provides kids and teens with opportunities to grow musically as individuals, while contributing to the artistry of singing together as a group.

There are also opportunities to grow into leading roles, thereby allowing for teens to build confidence, and become role models for the younger ones. We are always happy to welcome new members who share our passion for music, as well as a solid commitment to serving the parish of St Peter’s.

 

We are a group of singers and players who get up extra early to praise God with music!

There are opportunities for a variety of skill and confidence levels. Being able to read music is an asset but is not required. Instruments get the chance to shine by playing musical parts.

Choristers are encouraged to blend their voices in song and are provided with the opportunity to sing solo parts as needed. We practise every two weeks for about an hour. There is an emphasis on joy and mutual support.

Welcome to our Saturday Night Live Choir where our dedicated singers and musicians understand the importance of embracing modern musical styles while honoring our rich Catholic traditions. Our limited practice time before Mass enables those who are busy during the week, to fit both choir participation and Mass into their schedules. 

Our choir’s energy and enthusiasm radiates throughout the church as we engage the congregation in active participation. Our goal is to create an atmosphere that resonates with all generations, inviting the congregation to connect deeply with their spirituality through the power of music, igniting the fire of faith within every heart present.  We happily welcome new members!