Dear 2nd Grade Parents,

I am writing with a heavy heart, that at this time, we must reschedule First Communion.  New York is quarantined until April 30th and we don't know if that will change again.  On a positive note, since there are only 9 students in 2nd grade, we should be able to find a date that works for everyone.  There are probably 2 ways to handle this.  The first is that once the quarantine is lifted and smaller groups can gather, we could prepare an impromptu ceremony that may be limited to immediate families.  Our second option is wait until the fall, hoping that all restrictions are lifted.   All I can say at this point is that we promise to do our very best to accommodate the First Communicants and their families.  I know many of you have reservations for celebrations after the ceremony.  I assume that most vendors will allow you to cancel or reschedule.  Please let me know your thoughts. 

This unprecedented time in our history is a challenge for many but we cannot lose our faith or forget our faith formation for our children. At this time, I implore you to continue doing the First Eucharist workbook and the lessons that I am sending in the attached document. There is a video with children discussing First Communion as well as a lesson about Holy Week.  There are  3 videos sections: Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday & Good Friday and Easter Sunday. I have also included a short video for parents to brush up on their Holy Week knowledge.  It is important to help them master the connection between Holy Thursday (Last Supper) and the Eucharist.  Please continue to pray with them and I ask that you please say a special prayer for all those suffering from, treating and researching coronavirus.  I will send them a fun Easter project next week. 

Although this is not what we expected, our faith in God will get us through.  He has big plans for all of us; sometimes all it takes is patience for them to be revealed!

My prayers, love and good health to you and your families!

Best,

Adrienne Lauer