First Reconciliation & Eucharist 2026 Pymble Catholic Parish

First Reconciliation & First Eucharist programme

The program is open to children, referred to as “candidates” in Year 4 and above, who have received their Confirmation with the Catholic Church.  When deciding whether or not to embark on this program, please consider the age and maturity of your child. 

First Reconciliation

Requirements for Completion:

A parent and the candidate are required to attend the following:

• Two formation sessions
• Presentation mass
• First Reconciliation celebration (note: there is no practice for Reconciliation).

Preparation Program:

Candidates will participate in two formation sessions, either through a home-based group or the parish-facilitated group.

• Home-based family groups are parent-led and coordinated with other families. Dates, times and, locations are determined by the group.
• Parish-facilitated group sessions are led by the Parish Sacramental Coordinator and held at Sacred Heart Church, Pymble. The dates are given below:
  • Formation #1 - Saturday, 22 August at 3pm - 5pm
  • Formation # 2 - Saturday, 29 August at 3pm - 5pm

Home-based family group leaders are required to attend a compulsory information session on Sunday, 16 August at 11:30am - 12:30pm.

Presentation Mass: Attend any Pymble Parish Mass over the weekend of 22-23 August (OLPS or Sacred Heart Church, see the Parish website for mass times)

First Reconciliation Celebrations: 

Candidates will have approximately 5 minutes for their first Reconciliation (Confession). Times will not be pre-booked - a number will be issued on arrival to ensure smooth flow.

• 3:15pm, Tuesday, 1 September, OLPS
• 3:00 pm, Saturday 5 September, Sacred Heart Church

First Eucharist

Requirements for Completion:

A parent and the candidate are required to attend the following:

• Two formation sessions,
• Presentation mass,
• First Eucharist practice,
• First Eucharist celebration.

Preparation Program:

Candidates will participate in two formation sessions, either through a home-based group or the parish-facilitated group. 

• Home-based family groups are parent-led and coordinated with other families. Dates, times and, locations are determined by the group.
• Parish-facilitated group sessions are led by the Parish Sacramental Coordinator and held at Sacred Heart Church, Pymble. The dates are given below:
  • Formation # 1 Saturday, 12 September at 3pm - 5pm
  • Formation #2 Saturday, 19 September at 3pm - 5pm

Home-based family group leaders are required to attend a compulsory information session on Sunday, 16 August at 11:30am - 12:30pm (same session as that for First Reconciliation).

Presentation Mass: Attend any Pymble Parish Mass over the weekend of 12-13 September (OLPS or Sacred Heart Church, see the Parish website for mass times)

Practice & Reconciliation:

• 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Saturday, 17 October, Sacred Heart Church

First Eucharist Mass:

• 11:30 am, Sunday 18 October, Sacred Heart Church

Important Reminder:
Candidate must attend reconciliation at least once more before receiving First Eucharist as they will be receiving the Body of our Lord Jesus, and need to be in a state of Grace. This opportunity is available at the First Eucharist practice.

If your child has additional needs, we want to ensure they can receive the sacraments in a way that is helpful and inclusive of them, please let us know.

Registration:

Registration covers both First Reconciliation and First Eucharist.  Please note: the fee is not a charge for receiving the sacraments. It offsets the costs of books, materials, resources and infrastructure required to run the programme.  Any additional funds received support the parish operations.

If you are experiencing financial hardship or require assistance, please contact the Sacramental Team for a confidential discussion.  If you are registering more than one child, please do so individually.