First Eucharist

 

 

 

 

As Catholics we understand that our presence at the Eucharistic Table is both an opportunity and a weekly responsibility. Parents have the PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY of preparing a child for First Communion. St. Luke parish religious formation process, AACT (All Ages Catholic Teaching), will support and assist the parents.

 

The required preparation for First Communion includes:

  • participation in  St. Luke parish religious formation process, AACT (All Ages Catholic Teaching).
  • specific preparation for both child and parents, included in the AACT gatherings.

It is presumed that a child being presented for First Communion regularly participates in Sunday Mass with the St. Luke Community.  The First Eucharist preparation is primarily a deepening of awareness of the Sacraments of the Church.

 

A child is ready to receive First Communion when:

  • he/she appreciates the fact that there is a God who knows and loves him/her.
  • he/she is aware that Jesus is the Son of God.
  • he/she understand that the Eucharist is the Body and Blood of Christ.

A child should be presented to the pastor/DRE so that a mutual decision can be reached about the child's readiness.  The date for celebrating his/her First Communion is determined at this time. At St. Luke a child receives First Communion individually as part of his/her family within the context of the gathered faith community rather that as part of a transitory class or social group. First Communions may be celebrated at a Sunday or Weekday Mass, determined ahead of time.

 

The pastor may delay the First Communion if circumstances warrant.



First Eucharist preparation sessions will be held on the following dates:

  • Sunday, January 8, 2012 in conjunction with AACT for both children and parents.
  • Sunday, February 12, 2012 in conjunction with AACT for both children and parents.
  • Sunday, March 18, 2012 in conjunction with AACT for both children and parents.
  • Sunday, April 29, 2012 in conjunction with AACT for both children and parents.

All AACT sessions begin at 12:15pm and are held in the Parish Hall.