First Confession and First Communion
In accordance with the Diocese of Little Rock Penance and Eucharist guidelines, participation in normal religious education for two consecutive years (usually 1st and 2nd grade) via Sunday religious education classes or St. Joseph School religion classes is required. In addition, the child and at least one parent are required to attend Family Sessions once a month throughout the second year of preparation.
Schedule for 2011-12
| Sunday, Oct 2 | Sacrament of Penance I Parents Only | 3:30-5:30 pm |
| Sunday, Nov 13 | Sacrament of Penance II | 3:30-5:00 pm |
| Sunday, Jan 8 | Sacrament of Penance III & Practice | 3:30-5:00 pm |
| Friday, Jan 13 | Celebration of First Penance | 6:00 pm |
| Sunday, Feb 12 | Sacrament of Eucharist I | 3:30-5:00 pm |
| Sunday, Mar 11 | Sacrament of Eucharist II | 3:30-5:00 pm |
| Saturday, Apr 28 | First Communion Practice & Picture Day | 9:00 am-12:00 pm |
| Saturday, May 5 | Celebration of First Holy Communion | 5:00 pm Mass |
| Sunday, May 6 | Celebration of First Holy Communion | All Masses |
