Additional information will be made available to families in the Faith Formation program and Holy Spirit School in early February 2024. See calendar for important dates.

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION: WHAT IS IT?
First Holy Communion is the second of the three Sacraments of Initiation. The Eucharist Sacrament is commonly called First Holy Communion and celebrates the real presence of Christ in the bread, wine, and gathered community. It is the most important and more repeated Sacrament of the Catholic life. Each Sunday we gather in Mass as the Body of Christ to be nourished by the life-giving gift of Jesus' own body and blood. When we leave Mass, we take this loving gift with us into the world, spreading the love of God and Good news of Jesus to all those around us.

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION: THE BIG DAY!
First Communion typically occurs during elementary school, in a child's second grade year. If your child attends Holy Spiri School or another Catholic school, they will be prepared for their First Holy Commuion as part of their school curriculum. If your child attends a public or non-Catholic private school, you will need to enroll your child in the Faith Formation program. First Communion is typically celebrated in late April/early May each year at Holy Spirit Parish after having received First Reconciliation. Children must be baptized in the Catholic Church or have received a baptism that is recognized by the Catholic Church prior to. If your child has not yet received the Sacrament of Baptism, please contact Leah Ackley as soon as possible. Together we will come up with a plan to ensure your child's Sacraments are celebrated.

Children in grades 3 or above who need to make their First Holy Communion also enter the Faith Formation program, and the classes are tailored to their grade level to ensure they are prepared to celebrate. Often times these older students participate along with the 2nd graders at the special Masses scheduled. However, if need be, special circumstances can be arranged for a celebration during another Mass.

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION: REGISTRATION
To enroll your child in the Faith Formation program and/or prepare for First Communion, please submit a registration form. If you have any questions, please reach out to Leah Ackley.