What is Holy Communion?

Holy Communion also known as “The Eucharist” means “Thanksgiving”. The Eucharist refers to Christ’s body, blood, soul, and divinity that are truly present in the consecrated host and wine (now called the Body and Blood of Christ) on the altar.  It is “the source and summit of the Christian life.” (CCC 1324)

It is in the Eucharist that we truly and substantially encounter Jesus this day. The reception of this Sacrament completes Christian initiation. The three Sacraments of Christian Initiation—Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Eucharist—together form the process of sacramental initiation into the Church. If this will be your First Holy Communion, it will mark your wonderful beginning of sharing at the table of the Lord with the whole Church.

The Eucharist is “the source and summit of the Christian life.” (CCC 1324) It is in the Eucharist that we truly and substantially encounter Jesus this day. The reception of this Sacrament completes Christian initiation.

First Holy Communion is considered one of the holiest and most important occasions in a Roman Catholic person’s life. It is the first time that a person receives the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist, which is the eating of consecrated bread and drinking of consecrated wine. Most Catholic children receive their First Holy Communion when they are in grade 2 or at least the age of 7 or 8 as this is considered the age of reason.

If you are an adult, 18 years or older, who are seeking more information on how to become a member of the Catholic Church, or if you are a baptized Catholic and have never received First Holy Communion, please refer to The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) for further information.

Our parish offers our families sacramental preparation that prepares them for First Holy Communion. The preparation process takes place usually around seven years of age or otherwise as determined by the pastor. Whether or not your child/children attend a Catholic school, the parents are to register their family for the preparation at the parish.

If you are interested in registering for First Holy Communion, please click on the button below or scan the QR code.