First Reconciliation, the sacrament of forgiveness/healing, is typically celebrated in the second grade prior to the reception of First Eucharist. Students must be baptized in the Catholic Church. Preparation for the sacrament includes classroom sessions, two parent and student sessions, a parent-only meeting, and a retreat. Second graders are asked to attend classes, weekly Mass, and complete their reconciliation workbook before reception of the sacrament.
“Work with a team to count proceeds from the Sunday collection. Requires good math and money counting skills.
Time commitment: Teams are scheduled on a rotational basis, about once a month on Monday mornings for about 1.5 hours.”
“Volunteers bring Holy Communion to Catholics in Ridgeview Medical Center, nursing homes, apartments, and private homes. Transportation must be provided by the volunteer. Training and background checks are required by the Archdiocese.
Time commitment: Sundays, once every 4-6 weeks, or weekdays 1 hour per week.”
Volunteers assist with the day-to-day operation of the food shelf, serving Western Carver County families in need. The food shelf is operated by a volunteer advisory group with representatives from St. Joseph and other Waconia area churches.
