First Reconciliation & Communion Preparation

Eligibility for receiving First Communion

The First Communion program at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Parish follows the guidelines of the Diocese of Austin, and these guidelines govern who may receive the Sacrament. Please read below to ensure your child is eligible to receive First Communion.

1. Children must be in at least the 2nd grade, and have attended faith formation in a parish or Catholic school for the year prior (normally 1st Grade) to Sacrament preparation and the year during Sacrament preparation (normally 2nd Grade).

   • If you child is in the 2nd grade or higher and has not attended faith formation prior, the faith formation staff will contact you after you have registered for faith formation and determine the pathway that your child will need to receive First Communion. If you have any questions, please contact the parish.

2. Children must be Baptized.

   • If your child is not Baptized, please refer to the Becoming for Children pages for more information​​​​​​.

3. Children must attend all First Reconciliation and First Communion Prep sessions.