Holy Communion is the final Sacrament of Initiation. Our life on earth is a preparation for eternal life with God in heaven. To receive Holy Communion is to anticipate eternal life by receiving Jesus here on earth. In Holy Communion, we receive the risen Jesus, Body, Blood, Soul & Divinity.
Holy Communion is also a sign of our union with God and his Church. To receive Holy Communion we have to be united in the faith of the Church; in worship (by attending Mass); and in living well the Christian life (free from serious sin).
First Holy Communions (preceded by First Confessions) take place around May each year. The First Holy Communion Programme usually commences in January, every Tuesday 6-7pm in the Parish Hall, over a course of 14 sessions. First Holy Communion Preparation allows the children to gain deeper understanding of their faith through friendly discussions in a relaxed setting. As parents are the children’s first teachers of the faith, we invite everyone (parents & children) to attend a Mass of Inscription in January at the start of the preparation. Attendance at the Programme as well as Sunday mass is absolutely essential.
Please visit the Sacristy to see one of the Deacons or the Parish Secretary to make an initial enquiry and obtain an application form. Please note if your child is not baptised at our church, we will need to see a copy of your child’s baptism certificate. Many children make and receive their First Holy Communion around the age of 8 in School Year 3; older children are equally welcome.
Nine children took their First Holy Communion on 12th May 2024. Photo with Fr Chris.
First Holy Communion children getting ready to go to the Lectern to say the Bidding Prayers.