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Preparation for First Communion and First Reconciliation
Preparation for First Communion and First Reconciliation usually takes place during the 1st and 2nd Grades and is coordinated by our Director of Faith Formation. In addition to religious instruction at a Catholic elementary school or during regular PSR sessions, sacramental preparation will take place throughout the year, leading up to First Reconciliation in January and First Holy Communion during the Easter Season.
First Communion 2026 Preparation:
The Sacramental Intent Form tells us that you are ready to prepare your child to receive the sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion. The Sacramental Intent form for 2026 has been emailed to PSR families and SJJ school families. You may also access the form here.
Once you have returned your Sacramental Intent Form, please check your email regularly. We will use email to communicate with our group.
Important Dates:
First Reconciliation Faith Formation – on Tuesday, October 21 2025 at 6:30pm in the Holy Family Center
First Reconciliation – on Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am in the church.
First Communion Faith Formation – on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:30pm in the church
First Communion Parent and Child Retreat – Date and time TBD.
First Communion Mass will be on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 11:00am.
Please check this webpage regularly for updates regarding sacramental preparation.
If you have any questions regarding First Communion at St. Joseph Catholic Church, contact Linda Zvoncheck at lzvoncheck@sjohio.org.
Suggested Dress for First Communion
For Boys: We ask that boys wear dress pants or school uniform pants (any color, usually black, navy blue or khaki); a dress shirt with a collar (long or short sleeved, any color) with a tie; and dress shoes (not sneakers or athletic shoes).
For Girls: We ask that girls wear a dress and dress shoes. That being said, most girls will wear a white dress (various lengths, all OK), with white shoes (watch the heels – they need to walk in them!) and something in their hair (veil, crown, wreath, bow).
We should not let the outfit overshadow the significance of the day.
Contact Us
- Linda Zvoncheck, 440-238-5555, ext. 107 or lzvoncheck@sjohio.org
