First Holy Communion

Just like all the Sacraments, parental involvement in preparation for First Communion is essential. Children learn from hands-on experience; therefore, family meals around the table and participation in Sunday liturgy are the most important points of preparation for this sacrament. Preparation of First Holy Communion focuses on receiving Jesus in the Eucharist and experiencing Eucharist within the family. 

*There are always opportunities for students to receive the Sacrament of Baptism (Grades 4K -2^nd) or the Sacrament of First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion (Grades 2^nd through 5^th). Students in 6^th grade or higher, together with their parents/families, will create a plan with the Director.

Parent/Family Support
We are here to help! There will be virtual open houses scheduled approximately once a month beginning in February and leading up to the celebration of First Communion in April and/or May. While these meetings are not required, it is strongly encouraged that parents/families make a point to check in with Leah and/or their child’s Lead Catechist occasionally. An email reminder with the link to join via Zoom will be sent out prior to each event. Here is a schedule of upcoming virtual open houses:

February 16^th from 8:30pm-9pm
March 16^th from 8:30pm -9pm
April 27^th from 8:30pm-9pm
May 4^th from 8:30pm-9pm

Practice
This is a huge celebration to prepare for! A half day retreat is being planned for Saturday, April 23^rd. All children and their families/parents preparing for First Holy Communion through Holy Spirit Parish Faith Formation Program as well as Holy Spirit School will meet. Please add this date to your calendars. We will not be holding this event on any other dates. An email reminder along with additional details will be sent out as we get closer to this date.

The Big Day: First Holy Communion
The Sacrament of First Holy Communion will be celebrated at one of the following Masses:

Saturday, April 30 at the 4:30pm Mass in Kimberly
Sunday, May 1 at the 9:30am Mass in Kimberly
Saturday, May 7 at the 4:30pm Mass in Kimberly
Sunday, May 8 at the 9:30am Mass in Kimberly

A link to complete your preferred date was sent out on February 2nd. If you haven't already, please submit your preferred dates now using this link. Selections must be received by Feruary 20th. 

Speaking of Celebration
A gathering after each Mass will be hosted on behalf of students and families celebrating First Holy Communion. More information/details will be communicated to parents and families as we get closer to each date.