Sacrament Preparation

The Church views parents as having both the privilege and the obligation of forming their children in faith. This is made clear when the child was presented to the Church for Baptism. At that time you were reminded that you have the responsibility of "raising them in the practice of the faith" (from the Rite of Baptism). Part of that privilege and obligation is assuring the child is prepared for the reception of sacraments.

At St. Gabriel the  Archangel we provide preparation sessions that rely upon the parent to participate by assisting their child at home—reading a story, helping with worksheets, and praying with their children.

1st Reconciliation (Confession),   1st Eucharist (Communion)   Confirmation