Eucharist

In the Eucharist we partake of Christ's body and blood together, as members of his Body, the Church. The regular reception of this Sacrament strengthens our bond with the risen Christ and the community that gathers each weekend. 

Baptized children who are seven years of age or older begin preparation to receive the Eucharist (Holy Communion) for the first time, after having prepared for and celebrated the sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession).

Parents are advised to contact their local parish for information regarding preparing their children to receive the Sacraments. Immediate sacramental preparation is the responsibility of the parish where the sacrament will be celebrated. For school-ages this preparation is best accomplished when home, school, and parish work collaboratively under the direction of the pastor; learn more about each role involved in the sacramental preparation process here.

Adults who are seeking to enter the Catholic Church can do so by contacting us using this form or contacting their local Catholic parish using the Parish Finder map at this link. 

 

Resources

Immediate Sacramental Preparation - the process of preparing persons to receive a particular sacrament - is the responsibility of the local Church. Please contact your local Catholic parish to learn more about the resources that they have selected for sacramental preparation, and to register to receive the sacraments. 
 

Resources for Individualized Catechesis

The department of Youth, Young Adult, and Family Ministry is pleased to provide resources for the accompaniment and sacramental preparation of all persons, including Adaptive First Communion Kit for the catechesis of young persons with special needs which may be requested here.