SACRAMENT OF FIRST HOLY COMMUNION
MAY 1st or May 15th at 2 pm
(Arrive at 1:30 pm to register and rehearse)
DON'T FORGET TO:
- Ensure you have registered your child for EITHER the May 1st or May 15th date for First Holy Communion (If you haven't done this, you need to call the office and speak to Barbara, the Parish Office Administrator at 613 731-7834. This must be done by April 22nd)
- Review the Module 3 Video (particularly the part focusing on the Holy Eucharist and how to receive the host in your hand) which was sent out by Flocknote on April 2nd.
- Have clothing ready for the big day! (White dresses & suits are optional. Pants/slacks with a nice shirt/blouse, or another celebratory outfit reflective of the special day is encouraged).
- Tell family and friends that photos and videos are NOT permitted during Mass. (Father Lukose will be available for pictures with your child, outside the church, following the conclusion of the Mass).
- Consider an offering to Holy Cross Parish in honour of your child's special day!
- Have your child(ren) sit with you during the Mass
- Be respectful and understanding of each other's decisions and comfort level with the current COVID-19 health guidelines
- Although masks are no longer required, they are still encouraged within the church
- Arrive at least 30 minutes early to register and for a short rehearsal
- Contact the Parish Office (613 731-7834) if you have any questions about the upcoming First Holy Communion dates
THINGS TO REMEMBER AND REFLECT UPON AS YOU PREPARE FOR THE BIG DAY:
Reviewing the responses to the Mission Module quizzes revealed how much your child has learned and grown with Jesus over these last few months. Some concepts are hard to to fully grasp at their young ages, but please remind them about the following ideas that need to be reinforced before they receive the most precious gift of First Holy Communion:
- The Holy Spirit is your friend and helper--ask the Holy Spirit for help and strength during this time
- When you receive your First Holy Communion you will be receiving the TRUE body of Christ (not a symbol), so treat the moment with respect and awe
- The Sacrament of First Holy Communion is a celebration of the love and sacrifice that Jesus made for us--something that is not just for one day, but for EVERY DAY!
- Remember receiving your First Holy Communion is not the act of seeing or understanding, but the ACT OF BELIEVING!
