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| Your shortlist | AscensionReceived: Your Journey to First Communion Parish First Holy Communion curriculum combining narrative video with student workbooks and volunteer guides. | RCL BenzigerBe My Disciples Comprehensive PreK-8 parish and school religious education curriculum centered on discipleship and liturgy. |
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| Publisher | Ascension | RCL Benziger |
| Category | Sacrament prep | Religious ed curriculum |
| Ages | Children (grades 2-3) | Children (grades 1-8) |
| Format | video + print + digital | print + digital |
| Sessions | 8 sessions | 24 chapters per grade |
| Price (as published) | Student Pack $26.95, Leader Guide $30.95 | Student Book $22.50, Catechist Guide $36.00 |
| Spanish edition | yes | yes |
| Leader guide | Leader's Guide contains full student workbook pages with wraparound catechist notes, lesson objectives, interactive activities, online leader access, and 45, 60, 90, or 120 minute session plans. | Three-step catechist process with background theology, pacing options, and assessments. |
| Last updated | 2026-10-15 | 2026-10-14 |
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