Sacramental Catechesis

Catechesis is a vital part of the Church’s mission, especially in the formation of children. It is through catechesis that the faith is passed on, not just as knowledge, but as a living relationship with Jesus Christ. Children are naturally open to wonder and truth; catechesis nurtures that openness, helping them to understand that they are loved by God and called to follow Him. “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” (Matthew 19:14) By learning the prayers, stories, and teachings of the Church, they begin to build the foundation of a lifelong faith that will sustain them through every stage of life.

This year, our parish is introducing a new program from Dynamic Catholic called Blessed. It is a beautifully designed and engaging catechetical series created especially for children preparing for First Reconciliation and First Communion. Through vivid storytelling, animation, and relatable lessons, Blessed helps children not only learn about the sacraments but truly fall in love with them. The program encourages families to grow together in faith, turning preparation for the sacraments into a shared spiritual journey.

With Blessed, we hope to make catechesis an experience of joy and encounter, helping the young ones to see that the faith is not just something to study, but something to live, celebrate, and treasure for a lifetime.


Our course 2026
Enrolment for this years Sacramental preparation closes on the 21st December. This year the course starts on January 11th at 4:30pm.
On the Sunday near the feast of the Presentation of the Lord, the Children will help with the Sunday’s liturgy.
The first six weeks prepares the children for their first Confession with a Penitential Service on the 22nd February.
There will then be another six weeks of class focusing on receiving their First Holy Communion.
This will be on the great Solemnity of Corpus Christi.

Throughout the course there are a number of Parents’ meetings that take place on a
Wednesday evening.

Weekly Mass attendance is an essential part of our course, as is the attendance of
parents at the regular meetings throughout the course.

Free at-home age-appropriate catechetical resources can be found at:
https://ewtn.co.uk/kids/

For more information email admin@cardifforatory.co.uk