First Communion

“The Eucharist, the sacrament of our salvation accomplished by Christ on the cross, is also a sacrifice of praise in thanksgiving for the work of creation. In the Eucharistic sacrifice the whole of creation loved by God is presented to the Father through the death and the Resurrection of Christ.  Through Christ the Church can offer the sacrifice of praise in thanksgiving for all that God has made good, beautiful, and just in creation and in humanity.” – Catechism of the Catholic Church

The sacrament of First Communion, according to Tradition, is received when a child has reached the age of reason.  The preparation required to receive the Eucharist is offered during Religious Education in the Second Grade. Our First Communion Mass is traditionally held the first Sunday in May.

Sacrament Requirements:

• Worship within the Parish community is an essential part of your child’s Faith formation. As we prepare to celebrate the Sacraments it is assumed that, as Catholic families, we attend Mass together each Sunday.

• Families must be registered members of St. Augustine.

• Children must be baptized Catholic with a copy of the baptismal certificate accompanying the registration form. Children baptized in other faith traditions should meet with the Pastor or Director of Religious Education before further celebration of Sacraments.

• Children must be registered in and regularly attending Religious Education classes, not missing more than 5 classes per year.

Older Children:
Parents of older children who did not receive their First Communion during their second grade year should contact the Director of Religious Education or the pastor to determine the proper sacramental preparation plan for their child.