CCD students celebrate First Reconciliation

The second grade CCD class of Our Lady of Hope Church, Wilkes-Barre, recently celebrated their First Reconciliation (Penance). The students worked diligently in preparation for the special event. They also participated in the readings. Following the celebration, each candidate lit a candle to symbolize “new life.” First row, from left, are Bria Shuella, Maxx Kebles, Sarah Kebles and Jacob Shinal. Second row: Rylee O’Donnell and Karl Kopczynski. Third row: Hayden Moody, assistant; Benjamin Moody, assistant; the Rev. John S. Terry, pastor; and Janice Sidloski, catechist.