First Communion

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For I received from the Lord what I also handed on to you,
that the Lord Jesus, on the night he was handed over, took bread,
and after he had given thanks, broke it and said,
“This is my body that is for you. Do this in remembrance of me.”
In the same way also the cup, after supper, saying,
“This cup is the new covenant in my blood. Do this, as often as you drink it,
in remembrance of me.” For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup,
you proclaim the death of the Lord until he comes. (1 Cor11:23-26)
What is the Eucharist?

The Catechism of the Catholic Church calls Eucharist the source and summit of the Christian Life. Many words describe such a great mystery: Breaking of the Bread, the Lord’s Supper, Sacrifice, Holy Meal, Memorial and Real Presence of Christ. At heart, Eucharist is a pledge of Jesus’ love, where those who are initiated into his Body and Blood become transformed into witnesses, disciples giving their lives in faith-filled service
Registering for First Communion

At Holy Spirit Parish, children will begin preparation classes to receive their First Holy Communion in second grade. Preparation classes are incorporated into the student curriculum at Holy Spirit School or through the Faith Formation program depending upon where your child is enrolled. In addition to class preparation time, children attend a retreat prior to the reception of the Sacrament.

Preparation must be completed before the church celebrates this Sacrament as a community. First Communion is celebrated the two weekends following Easter Weekend every spring.

Please contact Leah Ackley at the Parish Office for more questions or to register your child.