The Sacrament of the Eucharist is a profound gesture of love expressed in sacrifice. It is a celebration of the victory of life over death, forgiveness over sin and unity over division. The Eucharist is the memorial of Jesus’ death and resurrection, instituted by Jesus on the night he was betrayed and in which the body and blood of Jesus is truly and fully present.
Catholics believe the Eucharist, or Communion, is both a sacrifice and a meal. We believe in the real presence of Jesus, who died for our sins. As we receive Christ's Body and Blood, we also are nourished spiritually and brought closer to God.
Catholics believe the Eucharist, or Communion, is both a sacrifice and a meal. We believe in the real presence of Jesus, who died for our sins. As we receive Christ's Body and Blood, we also are nourished spiritually and brought closer to God.
First Eucharist
Preparations for this sacrament begin in second grade. The student must be attending Catholic School or CCE for two years prior to preparing for this sacrament.
Preparations begin in January and First Eucharist is celebrated in early May.
For Additional information contact Donna Duran at 881-0715.
News Letter Article:
"Eucharist: Food for Mission" Pope John Paul II's 2004 Message Eucharist and Mission
"Eucharist: Heart of the Church"
John Paul II's encyclical Ecclesia de Eucharistia in condensed form
"The Liturgy of the Eucharist"
By William H. Shannon
"Eucharist: Understanding Christ's Body"
by William H. Shannon