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Sacraments

St Jude’s Catholic Primary School has a close working relationship with our Parish Community. Through the sacraments of Reconciliation, Communion and Confirmation, the School and the Catechist team truly live the motto of ‘Parish Based, School Supported’.

St Jude’s Sacramental Program 2021

All students preparing to receive a Sacrament this year are required to register at one of our registration Masses:

14
Feb

Registration Mass
(Please bring your registration paperwork)

21
Feb

Registration Mass
(Please bring your registration paperwork)

Download the Sacrament of Reconciliation Form

Download the Sacrament of Eucharist Form

Download the Sacrament of Confirmation Form

Don’t forget to bring a copy of your Baptism Certificate and
Registration Fee (Cash): Please note that there are no EFTPOS Facilities

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Sacrament of Penance

The Sacrament of Penance teaches students to be aware of their relationship with God and the people around them. During this preparation, students learn about sin and its effects on their relationships with God and the people around them. Learning to make peace with the people we hurt is an important part of this process. Students learn about the 1st and 2nd Rites of Reconciliation and they practice the ritual and prayers which are part of this process. The Sacrament of Penance gives students the opportunity to reflect on their actions, say sorry for their actions and resolve to try to be a better person who lives the Gospel values.

Important dates for students who are registered to receive the Sacrament of Penance:

7 Mar	Commitment Mass (Please bring your commitment form)	or	14 Mar	Commitment Mass (Please bring your commitment form)
4 May	Reconciliation Input Night (6:00pm)
19 May	Reconciliation Retreat (Schoenstatt Shrine)
12 Jun	1st Rite of Reconciliation	or	19 Jun	1st Rite of Reconciliation
23 Jun	2nd Rite of Reconciliation

Download the Commitment form

First Holy Communion

The word Eucharist comes from the Greek word meaning ‘thanksgiving’. During the Sacrament of Eucharist program students explore his or her own interaction in their family and in the Church. They further explore the themes of inclusion, ritual, celebration, thanksgiving and meals. They learn that the celebration of the Mass includes the Liturgy of the Word and the Liturgy of the Eucharist. They learn that those who receive Holy Communion are called to be agents of change and teach others about God through their actions towards others. The celebration of the Eucharist nourishes and nurtures us so that we are enabled to act and live with courage and commitment as disciples of Jesus in our world.

Important dates for students who are registered to receive the Sacrament of Eucharist:

7 Mar	Commitment Mass (Please bring your commitment form)	or	14 Mar	Commitment Mass (Please bring your commitment form)
7 Sep	Eucharist Input Night (6:00pm)
14 Sep	Eucharist Retreat (Schoenstatt Shrine)
20 Oct	Eucharist Rehearsal (6:00pm)
24 Oct	Sacrament of First Eucharist

Download the Commitment form

Sacrament of Confirmation

The Sacrament of Confirmation, a sacrament of initiation, establishes young adults as full-fledged members of the Faith. This sacrament is called Confirmation because the faith given in Baptism is now confirmed and made strong. During Baptism, parents and godparents make promises to renounce Satan and believe in God and the Church on the child’s behalf. At Confirmation, the confirmation candidate personally renews those same promises.

During Confirmation, the focus is on the Holy Spirit, who confirmed the apostles at Pentecost and gave them the courage to practice their faith. Catholics believe that the same Holy Spirit confirms Catholics during the Sacrament of Confirmation and gives them the same gifts.

The seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit are wisdom, understanding, right judgment, fortitude (courage), knowledge, reverence, and wonder and awe. These gifts are graces given to the newly confirmed. The 12 fruits of the Holy Spirit are love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control — human qualities that can be activated by the Holy Spirit.

Important dates for students who are registered to receive the Sacrament Confirmation:

7 Mar	Commitment Mass (Please bring your commitment form)	or	14 Mar	Commitment Mass (Please bring your commitment form)
20 Jul	Confirmation Input Night (6:00pm)
27 Jul	Confirmation Retreat (Mercy Centre)
18 Aug	Confirmation Rehearsal (6:00pm)
22 Aug	Sacrament of Confirmation