​First Reconciliation

First Reconciliation is a great time to teach our children about God's loving forgiveness.  We all make mistakes but God knows our hearts and loves us no matter what we do.  Children learn the importance of apologizing and forgiving others too. 

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CHILDREN WHO CELEBRATED THEIR FIRST RECONCILIATION!
WE ARE GRATEFUL LORD FOR A BLESSED EVENING FILLED WITH YOUR MERCY, LOVE AND JOY.

"And be kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God
​for Christ's sake has forgiven you."  Ephesians 4:32

​Our children gave their testimonials after receiving First Penance!
 
What do you remember feeling as you were sitting talking to the priest?
*I felt worried
*I remember feeling calm
*Love, Brave, Good, Proud
*Good
*Nice, Happy, good, felt closer to God.
 
At the end of the celebration, how did you feel?
 
*I felt relieved
*At the end, I was happy
*Great, Happy
*Great
*Good, clean of my sins
 
How are you different?
 
*I’m kind of different, it’s hard to say
*I had a fresh start
*Trying to be better
*I have no idea
*I feel blessed God’s hand on my heart

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