Our Sacramental Program is offered in line with the Sacramental Policy of the Archdiocese of Brisbane. The revised policy ensures children preparing for Baptism, Confirmation, Holy Communion, and Penance experience a collaborative process of formation which is parish-based, family-centred, and school-supported. Our parish program is offered once each year, is open to children who have already been baptised and are in grade 3 or above. If children have not been baptised, this can be arranged prior to enrolment in the Sacramental Program by contacting the Parish Office.

Sacramental Program (for children)

It is an exciting time when children receive their Sacraments, however for parents, guardians and god-parents it can be an overwhelming experience which is usually followed by lots of questions. The Sacramental journey is marked by preparation in Grade 3 for Confirmation, Grade 4 for Holy Communion, and then Grade 5 for Penance ensuring the children journey with the Parish for the 3 years. “The idea is to try and keep people connected and have a sense of belonging.”

Our Archdiocese will support our Parish and families through the implementation of the revised program as it takes shape over time. We are also blessed to have ongoing support from Evangelisation Brisbane who are assisting the Parish initiate children into the Church. The Brisbane Archdiocese has also published a website providing online resources for families who might be unfamiliar about the sacraments of initiation. The website, www.flameoffaith.org.au, includes information about the four sacraments as well as supplementary videos produced by the Brisbane archdiocese.