We are starting the 2026 preparation of candidates for the sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion. Candidates should be 7 years old by 31st March 2026 to be eligible to participate.

Canon Grant will host an initial meeting for parents in the Parish Hall on Thursday 5th February 2026 at 7.00pm to outline and explain fully what is required from families embarking on the programme.

Following this initial meeting with Canon Grant, the programme will comprise 6 sessions and run from Saturday 7th February to Sunday 7th June 2026. Each session will last approximately one hour and will be held in the Parish Room on Saturday mornings between 10 am and 11 am. The catechists working with you and your children will be Sue Wass and Pat Du Boulay.

Sessions will be held on the following dates:

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• 7th February

• 28th February

• 14th March

• 28th March

• 18th April

• 9th May

• 30th May

The candidates will be given a workbook which outlines the content of the programme and the various activities they will be expected to complete; either in the session or at home with parents and family. Parents can purchase the workbook at the first session at a cost of £8.95.

We recognise how important preparation for the sacraments is and we hope to make it a formative and meaningful experience for every child. To enable this to happen we need the full commitment of both parents and candidates. It is expected that parents will support their children fully and ensure they attend Mass on Sundays.

The candidates will make the Sacrament of Reconciliation on Wednesday 13th May 2026 at 6 pm in the Church. All parents are invited to attend the short service with their children.

The Programme will culminate in candidates receiving Holy Communion for the first time on Sunday 7th June 2026 at 10.45 am Mass. A party will be held in the Parish Hall after Mass for the children, families and Parishioners to celebrate this very special occasion.

We look forward to working with you and your children.