First Communion
“In the Eucharist, the Son of God comes to meet us and desires to become one with us.”
Preparing for First Communion at Holy Family
At Holy Family, sacramental preparation is a family affair. It involves not just the children receiving the sacrament, but also their families and the larger parish community.
The Role of Parents
Parents play a vital role as teachers and mentors in the preparation process. This journey offers a meaningful opportunity to deepen both your child’s faith and your own understanding of the Eucharist.
Who Participates
Children and families in Family Faith (FF) prepare and celebrate First Eucharist together. Children and families in Holy Family Catholic Academy (HFCA) also prepare and celebrate together with the parish.
Holy Family gathers students, parents, and the wider parish community into one shared preparation for the Eucharist.
Preparation Overview
Preparation takes place both in and out of the classroom. In addition to your child’s regular Faith Formation or Religion classes, several required sessions and events help children and families prepare more fully for First Eucharist, including:
- Reflecting on the Sacrament
- Learning how to receive Communion
- First Reconciliation and prayerful preparation
- Practicing Communion songs
- Creating an altar cloth
- Additional hands-on, faith-filled experiences for children and families
Dates Coming Soon
Required preparation events, Family Mass expectations, Communion Mass selections, and practice dates will be added once the new schedule is finalized. Please check back soon, or contact Karen McHale if you need guidance in the meantime.