First Holy Communion 
2026
Saturday May 16, 5:00pm & Sunday, May 17, 9:30am

Details about the First Communion Celebrations

Attire:

  • Boys -- dark pants, white or light-colored dress shirt and tie (no jackets or vests, please), dark socks, dress shoes.
  • Girls -- white or pastel dress (not long- please hem, if needed); veil or other head piece is optional, dress shoes (no gloves).


Seating: Seating is only reserved for the immediate family of the first communicant, therefore please encourage guests to arrive early. Immediate family is defined as parents, first communicant, and siblings of the first communicant.


 * In order to preserve the solemnity of the occasion, please do not use flash cameras and only take pictures from your seats. Please remind your guests of this. ​


Practrice for First Communion 2026:

  Saturday, May 16

  • 9:30am for those celebrating Sunday
  • 10:15am for those celebrating Saturday


Banners:  We ask each First Communicant to make a banner using felt and instructions that will be provided to you.

Liturgy Selection Form

Complete the above Liturgy Selection Form to select the mass at which you prefer your child to celebrate First Communion.

PSR Classroom Instruction for First Communion
2025-2026

The immediate instruction in the PSR classroom will be as follows.  Please continue review the basics of the Eucharist and the Mass with your child.

Chapter 1: I Belong to a Community

Chapter 2: Our Community

Chapter 3: Jesus Gathers His People

Chapter 4: Jesus' Special Supper

Chapter 5: Our Community Shares a  Meal                                & Readiness Assessment

Chapter 6: My First Eucharist, practice in class                        &/or make up date, if needed.​

 * Make up sessions for any absences should be arranged with the Coordinator of Faith Formation.

Please continue review the basics of the Eucharist and the Mass with your child.  Thank you for your cooperation and attention to these details.

A Blessing for
First Communicants

During the months when your child is preparing for First Communion, and especially as the day approaches, parents may use these words to bless their child:


(First Communicant's Name), may the Lord Jesus touch your ears to receive His Word, and your mouth to proclaim His Faith. May you come with joy to His Supper with the praise and glory of God.   
Amen.


Praying As a Family

Celebrate the Mass regularly with your child and teach them to pray.