On Saturday, Primary 4 celebrated their First Holy Communion surrounded by family and friends. It was a lovely occasion led by Father Paul.  The children arrived beautifully presented and excited to celebrate their special day. In the church the pupils took part in the Mass, listening attentively to the readings, Gospel and prayer and singing confidently. Some of the pupils older siblings confidently read their readings to a church- Well done to Alex, Jamie and Diana!  Our offertory was then brought to the Alter by Eve, Amy and Cara.

After the Mass, Primary 4 boys and girls went their separate ways to celebrate with their families.

On Thursday afternoon the children will celebrate their Sacrament together.

Thank you to all the parents and families who came to celebrate with us.

There will be no literacy or maths homework due to the Reconciliation on Wednesday Evening and Parent’s Night on Thursday. Parent’s night appointments were sent home Friday 4th March.

The pupils preparing for their Sacrament of Reconciliation should be practising their Act of Sorrow and Confiteor regularly. They should also be discussing this Sacrament with their parents and considering the format of the Confession. Pupil practised this with Father Paul and Father Micheal today and this has been discussed regularly in class.

The Format for the Children

 Make the Sign of the Cross

 Say:     ‘Bless me Father for I have sinned. This is my First Confession.’

 Tell the Priest your sins.

 Listen – while the Priest tells you your penance and gives you absolution (Forgiveness).

 Say an Act of Contrition (Sorrow).

Oh my God, because you are so good,

I am very sorry that I have sinned against you

And I will try not to sin again.

Amen

Say – ‘Thank you, Father.’

Then go light a candle, kneel in front of Our Lady’s Altar and say your penance quietly. Once finished return to your seat, and remain quiet and attentive for the rest of the Service.  

Please remember pupils should attend the Sacrament of Reconciliation in full school uniform. Pupils will sit together on the right hand side of the church.

Mrs Robertson