The Preparation for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Eucharist take place typically in the 2nd grade through the Religious Education Program or in the Saint Mary's School 2nd grade classes.  The Office of Youth Ministry and Faith Formation of Sacred Heart and St. Joseph's Parishes is responsible for helping families prepare for these sacraments.  We begin in the fall with a parent meeting about the Sacrament of Reconciliation.  The children prepare for their First Reconciliation in the fall and celebrate the sacrament in mid January.  We begin preparation for First Eucharist in January and have a Parent meeting at that time.  First Communion Masses take place on a weekend in April or May typically.  Parents may choose which Mass they wish to celebrate the sacrament at that weekend.  Practice is held on the Saturday of the weekend for all the children who come dressed in their special clothes as we take a group photo at the practice.