Sacramental Preperation

Baptism: Children 5 years of age and younger are considered infants. Please consult the information on Infant Baptism. Children 6 years of age and older must attend class for one year before we will consider Baptism. (Grades 1 - 8 only)

First Reconciliation: Students are instructed in the Sacrament of Reconciliation before First Holy Communion and are given the opportunity to go to First Confession several months before First Holy Communion. (Children make their First Reconciliation in Second Grade)

First Communion: Student must attend Faith Formation classes for TWO YEARS in order to receive First Holy Communion. Older children will be placed in an age-appropriate OCIC class; bust still must attend two years before First Holy Communion and may need to take a monthly supplemental class. (Children make their First Communion in Second Grade)

Confirmation: Student must attend Faith Formation classes for TWO YEARS in order to receive Confirmation. Older children will be placed in an age-appropriate OCIC class. Students must also possess knowledge of faith: Commandments, Sacraments, Bible, Christian Witness. (Children make their Confirmation in Eighth Grade)

Send us a Message

Contact info

Office & Class Address:

1125 Harrison Ave

LaGrange Park, IL 60526

Email:

cbenda@hgaparish.org

Phone:

708-927-4017

School Day Hours

Please do not stop by the school during the day as it is used by LADSE until 4:30pm on weekdays.

Office Hours

We are happy to meet with you outside office times. Please contact us to set up an appointment.

Class Schedule

Sunday 10:30-12:00

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Wednesday 5:30-7:00