Guide to Sacramental Preparation

Religious Education

St. George Parish follows the Diocese of Erie Curriculum Guidelines issued by Bishop Donald Trautman in 1995. The textbooks and other materials used in the classrooms have been selected because they offer catechists the resources necessary to conduct classes and are in conformity with the teachings found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church.

In addition, our program follows the Diocesan policies for sacrament preparation. 

Please find below the requirements for Sacramental preparation for Reconciliation and First Communion.

Reconcilation Requirements

Baptismal Certificate if not baptized at St. George Church

First Grade religion class either at a Catholic School or a Religious Education program for public school children

Attendance at the First Penance Retreat usually held one month before celebration of the sacrament

Regular attendance at classes on Sunday mornings

Parents’ attendance at one Parent First Penance Meeting

Reconciliation takes place in second grade usually during March. 

First Communion Requirements

Attendance at the First Communion Retreat usually held one month before celebration of the sacrament

Regular attendance at classes on Sunday mornings

Attendance at two practices before the celebration of First Communion

Parents’ attendance at one Parent First Eucharist Meeting

First Communion takes place in May of third grade.