Enrol
Make sure your child is enrolled in our parish Catechism program.
“I am the living bread that came down from heaven. Whoever eats of this bread will live forever.”
John 6:51Receiving the Eucharist
Welcoming Jesus for the first time
In the Holy Qurbana, Jesus gives Himself to us as the Bread of Life. First Holy Communion is the day a child receives the Body and Blood of Christ for the first time, completing the journey of Christian initiation begun at Baptism and Chrismation.
At St. Euphrasia Parish, children are prepared through our Catechism program, together with their families. It would be our joy to walk with your child as they come to know and love Jesus in the Eucharist.
Before you register
Documents to prepare
†Completed First Holy Communion registration form
†Copy of the child’s Baptism certificate
†Copy of the child’s birth certificate
†Proof of Catechism enrolment
†Parish registration details
†Recent passport-size photo of the child
The journey
Four steps to the altar
Register
Return the registration form with copies of the documents listed above.
Prepare
Children attend preparation classes and make their First Reconciliation, with parents joining key sessions.
Celebrate
Children receive their First Holy Communion during a festive Holy Qurbana with their families.
Readiness
Is my child ready?
First Holy Communion is a joyful step of faith for the whole family. Children preparing for the sacrament should:
- Be baptised in the Catholic Church
- Be attending our parish Catechism classes regularly
- Usually be in Year 3 or around eight years old
- Make their First Reconciliation before receiving Communion
Have a question about First Holy Communion?
The parish office is happy to help with registration, class dates and documents.