In the sacrament of Penance, or Reconciliation, we receive the infinite love and mercy of God. First Penance is a vital part of the preparation to receive First Communion. The Visitation of Our Lady community welcomes your child to experience the joy that comes from repentantly confessing sins and receiving absolution.
Religious instruction is required during 1st grade and 2nd grade in order for children to receive this sacrament in the 2nd grade. If your child is not attending a Catholic school, please register your child for the CCD Program. Thank you for your commitment to this program and to your child’s religious education.
First Penance at Visitation of Our Lady will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at 7:00 pm. Children should arrive by 6:45pm.
Parents of Penance/Communion students must attend a Parent Seminar on Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at 7:00 pm in church.
Please also review the How to Go to Confession, and the Examination of Conscience forms. Be sure to follow the Dress Code.
FOR COMPLETE INFORMATION ON FIRST RECONCILIATION AND FIRST COMMUNION, DOWNLOAD OUR 2021 PREPARATION HANDBOOK HERE.
If you have additional questions, please contact our Director of Religious Education,
Mrs. Emily McGowan via email or phone at 504-341-8477.