RECONCILIATION AND FIRST HOLY COMMUNION 2023 – This parish-based programme is for children who will be receiving the sacrament within the Catholic parish of Bishop’s Stortford and not elsewhere. It is open to children who will be 8 years old on or before 31 August 2023. Parents are expected to play a vital and active role in their children’s preparation. The children’s sessions will take place each month from January to July 2023 and there will also be regular meetings for parents (dates to be confirmed). Children are expected to attend each session and Mass every Sunday. To register, you will need to provide a copy of your child’s Baptism certificate, if not baptised in the parish. Application forms will be available in the Sacristy after Mass from 3/4 September 2022. Completed forms are to be returned for the attention of Fr Antonio before Monday 26 September 2022
CONFIRMATION 2023 – Confirmation is an important step in a Christian’s sacramental life. Preparation for it will require participation in a number of sessions and there is an expectation that you will attend Mass on a weekly basis, and commit to a monthly parish duty or responsibility throughout 2023. To register, your date of birth must be on or before 31 August 2008 (i.e., you must be in Year 10 or above). You will need to provide a copy of your Baptism certificate, if not baptised in the parish. The preparation sessions will take place from November 2022 to July 2023 with an introductory meeting for your parents before the October half term (dates to be confirmed). Application forms will be available in the Sacristy after Mass from 3/4 September 2022. Completed forms to be returned for the attention of Fr Peter before Monday 26 September 2022.