Preparing hearts to fully receive Christ through the Holy Eucharist.
The Eucharist is the source and summit of the Christian life. In this most blessed sacrament, Christ is truly present — body, blood, soul, and divinity. Preparing a child for their First Communion is one of the greatest privileges of parish life.
Preparation for First Eucharist is completed through the parish and is closely connected with our faith formation program. Children must be enrolled in Catechism or attend a Catholic school and meet the minimum Grade 2 requirement.
Children must be in at least Grade 2 (approximately 7–8 years old) and demonstrate an understanding of the Eucharist.
Parents are required to attend preparation sessions alongside their children. Your involvement is essential to this journey.
Parents are required to attend preparation sessions alongside their children. Your involvement is essential to this journey.
A rehearsal and final preparation session will be held before the First Communion celebration.
Registration for First Communion preparation opens each September. To register your child, please contact the parish office or attend our fall registration event.
Children who have been baptized Catholic, are at least in Grade 2, and are enrolled in our faith formation program or a Catholic school are eligible to register.
The preparation program typically runs from September through May, culminating in the First Communion celebration in the spring.
