SACRAMENTAL PROGRAMMES 2026
The preparation and presentation of children for the sacraments of Confirmation, First Reconciliation, and First Eucharist are primarily the responsibility of their parents, who serve as the foremost educators of their children in the Catholic faith. Parents are supported in this role by the parish's Sacramental Programmes, which are designed to guide them in teaching their children about prayer, reflection, and living an active Catholic life.
In our parish, Confirmation will take place in Term 4. Registration opens in Term 3, with details shared through your child’s school. The sacramental timeline is as follows:
- Year 3: Confirmation is celebrated in Term 4. It is expected we return to Term 2 in 2027.
- Year 4: First Reconciliation takes place in Term 1, followed by First Eucharist in Term 3.
Variations from this timeline are to be expected in special circumstances, such as when a child is significantly older than the main group.
Attendance at all sessions, including both parent meetings and weekly classes, is essential to prepare for and celebrate the sacraments for the given year. Please make note of the session dates in your diary to ensure you don’t miss any important events.
FIRST EUCHARIST - FOR YEAR 4 AND OLDER (Term 3) - Four Weeks Program
Ceremony: Sunday 20th September at 12:00pm in Corpus Christi Catholic Church
First Eucharist or Holy Communion is the sacrament which completes Christian Initiation with the receiving of the Eucharistic Body and Blood of Christ. Thereafter we should receive the Eucharist frequently for the support and growth of our Faith.
To be eligible to celebrate First Eucharist, a child must have celebrated baptism, Confirmation and Reconciliation.
This link and QR code will take you to
the enrolment form. 
2026
First Holy Communion Enrolment
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Enrolment Period:
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21 July – 9 August 2026
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Parent Information Evening
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Thursday, 13 Aug
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7:00pm
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in the parish hall |
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Session 1
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Sunday, 16 Aug OR
Sunday, 16 Aug OR
Thursday, 20 Aug
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4-5pm
9-10am
6-7pm
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Rite
of Enrolment during any Mass on 15/16 August Sat 6pm, Sun 8am, Sun 10am
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Session 2
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Sunday, 23 Aug OR
Sunday, 23 Aug OR
Thursday, 27 Aug
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4-5pm
9-10am
6-7pm
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Session 3
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Sunday, 30 Aug OR
Sunday, 30 Aug OR
Thursday, 3 Sept
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4-5pm
9-10am
6-7pm
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Session 4
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Thursday, 10 Sept OR
Sunday, 13 Sept OR
Sunday, 13 Sept
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6-7pm
9-10am
4-5pm
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Practice
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Thursday, 17 Sept
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6:00pm
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Celebration
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Sunday, 20 Sept
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12:00pm
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Parent Information Evening (compulsory) : Thursday 13th August 2026 at 7.00pm in the parish hall. (Only one parent need attend).
Presentation Mass: Any Weekend Mass of 15th/16th August 2026
Preparation Classes: Held over 4 weeks in August/September in your nominated groups at the Parish Hall.
There will be a practice for the sacrament on Thursday 17, September 2026.
Ceremony: Sunday 20th September at 12:00pm in Corpus Christi Catholic Church
Registration: Click on this link 2026 First Holy Communion Enrolment or use QR code to enroll.
CONFIRMATION - FOR YEAR 3 AND OLDER (Term 4)
The second of the Sacraments of Christian Initiation compliments and builds on Baptism, through the gift of the Holy Spirit sent by the Father and his son, Jesus our Saviour.
Children must be Baptised in order to participate in this sacrament.
Parent Information Evening (compulsory) : TBA (Only one parent need attend).
Presentation Mass: Any mass over the weekend of TBA
Preparation Classes: Over 4 weeks prior to the ceremony in your nominated groups. These are held in the Parish Hall
Compulsory Practice: TBA
Ceremony: TBC
Registration will commence in Term 3
FIRST RECONCILIATION FOR YEAR 4 AND OLDER (Term 1)
Also known as Confession is the sacrament where we encounter the forgiving healing of Christ. Reconciliation provides support and direction in our catholic Faith journey ensuring that we remain in a state of grace.
Reconciliation is usually celebrated for the first time prior to receiving First Eucharist.
In order to participate in the Reconciliation Program your child must be Baptised and Confirmed.
Parent Information Night: 20th February at 7.30pm
Presentation Mass: Any mass over the weekend 22nd/23rd February
Preparation Classes: Over 4 weeks prior to the ceremony in your nominated groups. These are held in the Parish Hall
Ceremony: 22nd March at 10am or 3.30pm in the Church
Photographs will be taken at these Sacraments. These images may be displayed from time to time around the church and published in Parish publications, on its website and its social media sites. Images from this event may also be used for marketing and communications purposes. If you have any concerns or require additional information, please contact the parish office via email at: office@corpuschristi.com.au
For any enquiries please contact Valerie Dias via email sacraments@corpuschristi.com.au or the Parish office on 9144 6998 or Fr Tan Nguyen (Assistant Priest) on tan.nguyen@bbcatholic.org.au