The Archdiocese of Portland expects that each candidate for the Sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Communion be involved in Religious Education classes for one year prior to beginning the preparation program for these Sacraments.
 
     Children 2nd grade and up that are Baptized and attending Religious Education classes at St. Vincent’s are invited to prepare for these Sacraments by participating with their parents in a program that honors the parents as the first and best teachers of their faith.

     At St. Vincent’s, children are to be registered and participating regularly in Religious Education classes for two years with a separate program for preparation for First Reconciliation and First Communion. Classes for 2nd year students will be on Monday nights. Classes for 1st year students will be on Tuesday nights.
 
There is a $15 book and materials fee for each Sacrament collected during Packet pick up.  

For further information please call Sheila Machado @ (503) 363-4589 x215.