First Holy Communion
Receiving the Body and Blood of Christ for the first time.
What is the First Communion?
“The Eucharist is the source and culmination of all Christian life.”
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First Holy Communion is the sacrament in which children receive the Body and Blood of Christ for the first time in the Eucharist.
Through this sacrament, Jesus becomes truly and profoundly present in the life of the believer.
Who can receive First Communion?
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Children who have been baptized.
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Children who have reached the age of reason. (In our parish children that are in grades 3rd and up)
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Children who have received the proper preparation.
What to Expect
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Ongoing religious education / faith formation (CCD).
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Regular participation in Sunday Mass.
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Parental involvement in their children's faith formation.
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First Communion is celebrated once all requirements have been met.
Requirements
For Children
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Must be enrolled in Religious Education (CCD).
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Must attend classes and activities faithfully as part of their preparation.
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Must participate regularly in Sunday Mass.
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Must be baptized (or in the process of being baptized).
For Parents
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Must commit to supporting the child's spiritual formation.
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Must participate in formation meetings when required.
Registration
"Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood remains in me, and I in them."
John 6:56