First Eucharist

Parents are given assistance in the instruction of their children regarding the real presence of Jesus in the Eucharist during the memorial celebration of the Mass.  Children are prepared to hear the Word through the Liturgy and are taught to receive the Body and Blood of Our Lord Jesus Christ with reverence and thanksgiving in the Liturgy of the Eucharist.  It is anticipated that families are already actively participating in Sunday Mass, and living out the Good News as Jesus taught.

“Let the children come to me; do not prevent them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these." Mark 10:14

• Learn about the Last Supper and the meaning of the Eucharist
• Explore the different parts of the Mass and their importance
• Practice how to receive Jesus in the Eucharist

• Required Eucharist parent-only orientation
• 4 onsite instructional classes plus 4 at-home instructional classes
• Practice receiving First Holy Communion
• Rehearsal for First Eucharist Mass
• Attendance at a First Eucharist Mass

• Be present for weekly parent /child sessions (March to early May)
• Assist with set up, check-in, and clean up
• Help the director to facilitate weekly sessions
• Assist with First Eucharist Masses