First Holy Communion—the reception of the Eucharist for the first time—is a pivotal moment in one's life! As Catholics, we firmly believe that the Eucharist is truly Jesus' Body and Blood. As such, we provide formation for students to help them prepare to receive so great a gift.
St Michael’s Faith Formation Department registration is open for our 2024-2025 catechetical programs.
All programs run on Sundays, from 3pm to 4:45pm.
If you are considering registering your children to our program, you must complete the form in our registration link. We will process the information during the summer months.
FAQS
WHEN DO STUDENTS MAKE FIRST COMMUNION?
Children may receive Communion once they reach the age of reason and understand the mystery according to their capacity. This is normally around the age of seven.
HOW LONG IS COMMUNION PREPARATION?
The Diocese of Raleigh calls for two years of sacramental preparation for families with children preparing for First Communion. These are traditionally done in first and second grade.
WHEN ARE FIRST COMMUNION PREPARATION CLASSES HELD?
Our First Communion classes meet on Sundays September-May from 3:15pm-4:30 pm at St. Michael's School.
St Michael’s Faith Formation Department registration is open for our 2024-2025 catechetical programs.
All programs run on Sundays from 3pm to 4:45pm.
If you are considering registering your children to our program, you must complete the form in our registration link. We will process the information during the summer months.
Program Breakdown:
- Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW): Sundays at 8:30am Mass, registration is separate, ages 3-6. Click Here to Register for CLOW
- First Level – Kindergarten: Sundays 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
- First Communion Year I & II classes: Sundays 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm
- Challenge and Conquest Program - After First Communion Classes (middle schoolers 3rd-8th): Sundays 3:15pm – 4:45pm
- High School - Confirmation: 12:30pm – 2pm or 3:00pm – 4:30pm
- New Program: Parent Classes during the children/youth Faith Formation classes (free)
- Adult Faith Formation RCIA: Adults Sacrament Prep for Baptism, First Communion, Reconciliation and/or Confirmation (free)
Fees:
- One Child $50
- Two Children $100
- Family Discount 3+ Children $120
Important Dates:
- June 10th & 11th, 2024: Faith Formation Department will be available after all Masses to answer questions and concerns
- August 10th, 2024: Registration Deadline
- September 15th, 2024: Open House Orientation | Archangel Hall, 3pm
- September 22, 2024: Classes begin
Notes:
- If you register your son/daughter in our Confirmation Program, please indicate a preference for the Confirmation class time. Preferences are not guaranteed.
- We will place students in the appropriate program based on your answers. Program placement will be announced by email before the Open House Orientation. We will contact you if we need to further evaluate what program your child(ren) needs.
- Payment is required for registration.
- We will have a waiting list for families who want to register their children, but we do not have spaces available at that time.
- If you want to be part of our program and being a volunteer, we have different options for you.
Students in their first year of preparation participate in family-based catechesis classes. You and your family will learn the basics of the Mass, liturgical calendar, prayers, and community.
Our Year Two students will celebrate their First Reconciliation (Confession) and learn about the Eucharist through activities, lessons, and workshops.
Have questions about First Communion preparation?