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    of your child's first reconcilation

    • The process when you arrive

      • Families will be scheduled to ensure physical distancing.
      • Each person coming must wear a mask.
      • Come 10 minutes early so we can screen your family and check your temperature.
      • Use the provided hand sanitizer
      • A member of our team will direct you and your child where to go and where to sit, while maintaining physical distancing.
      • When directed, you'll introduce your child to the priest, and share a bit about what makes them special to you.
      • You will return to your seat to wait (and pray for your child!).
      • The child will sit with the priest (at a safe physical distance) during the Sacrament of Confession. Don't worry if you think your child will be nervous... our priests are super cool.
      • After your child makes their First Reconciliation, rejoice! God's mercy is never ending.
         
    • Turn nervousness into excitement

      Depending on your child, they might be excited, nervous, timid, or scared for their First Reconciliation. That's OK and that's normal.

      Here are some tips to make the day less nervous and more exciting:

      • Schedule a special event after their First Reconciliation (ice cream, a special toy, etc).
      • Involved the extended family virtually... ask them call or FaceTime when you get home.
      • Reinforce the kindness of our priests. Even if you haven't met them yet, we can confirm they super chill and will make the process easier. You can get to know them by watching some past TV episodes of them. The Shepherd's Kitchen episodes are funny for kids to watch!
      • Re-watch the "What to expect on your First Reconciliation Day" video with Fr. Patrick.
      • Practice the Examination of Conscience below and the Act of Contrition. It's OK to print them out for your child.
      • Confidence rubs off. If you can be confident and calm, they will pick up on it. After all, it's not a big deal right? Their First Confession shouldn't be their last... so what a great start to prepare together.
      • If you have questions about the logistics, please email Betty below or call the office, or ask on Facebook or Instagram.
    • Uncertain? Connect with betty

      • Betty Hompoth
        Betty Hompoth
        Pastoral Minister, Good Shepherd
        519-735-9517 x224
        bhompothdol.ca
  • REMINDERs: PRINT IF NEEDED

    • EXAMINE YOUR HEART

      Before you go to the Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession), it helps to think back and remember any times that you have chosen to sin, walked down a wrong path, make a poor choice, broken one of God’s commandments, not listened to your conscience, or simply not been the best person you could be. 

      Take time to think about the questions and you will be ready to speak to the Priest. It’s hard for us to remember all the times we have sinned; that is why an examination of conscience is helpful. Sitting in a quiet place and thinking through these questions will help you to remember times you were not the best person you could be.

    • QUESTIONS TO REFLECT ON

      These questions may help you examine your conscience:

      • Have I been a good friend?
      • Do I obey my parents?
      • Have I taken things that belong to other people?
      • Do I cheat in school or at sports?
      • Have I told lies?
      • Do I take time to pray each day?
      • Have I used God’s name in ways that are not appropriate
      • Am I grateful for the many gifts that God has blessed me with?


      Your answers to these questions will help you to prepare for the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

    • ACT OF CONTRITION

      An Act of Contrition is what we say at the end of the Sacrament when the priest asks us if we know an Act of Contrition.

      Have your child pick their favourite of the two options below. We encourage you and your child to memorize it, but don't worry... the priest will be there to help. You can also bring a printed copy if that helps.
       

      Jesus Christ, Son of the living God, 
      Have mercy on me, a sinner. 
      OR
      Dear God, I am sorry for doing wrong. Please forgive me all my sins. I know you love me very much. Help me to love you in return and care for others as you do. Amen.

Good Shepherd Parish
462 Advance Blvd, Tecumseh, Ontario N8N 5G8
Phone: (519)735-9517
Email: goodshepherd@dol.ca

 
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