First Communion in our Parish

At St. John XXIII, First Communion takes place in the Spring for students who have completed two years of prep classes.

First Holy Communion:

  • If your child will be going into the First Grade, contact the Youth Formation Director to enroll in classes. Students will go through two years of preparation and also receive First Penance.
  • The Prep classes take place during the school year months, and meet once a month after Sunday Mass.  There are other requirements also - Click here for more information on the classes.
  • Students will receive First Penance in February, and then First Communion on Mother's Day weekend.

Older Child/Adult First Communion:

First Holy Communion for Adults/Older Children are done at Easter Vigil


Candidates go through preparation  in the RCIA program and receive First Penance before receiving  Click here for more information.


Contact the Parish Office if you are considering receiving First Communion in the Catholic Church

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