Introduction to the Sacrament of First Eucharist / Holy Communion

For Parents and Carers

Mary L O'Duffin RE Adviser (Primary) Archdiocese of Glasgow

When your child was baptised, you accepted the task of bringing your child up a full member of the Catholic Church.

In helping to prepare your child for their First Holy Communion you will be fulfilling your role as the first and most important

educators in the ways of faith.

Mary L O'Duffin RE Adviser (Primary) Archdiocese of Glasgow

This booklet is very closely linked to what your child will be taught in school. One of the key messages is:

By reflecting on the Scriptures and on the Sacraments of Initiation, I understand that I am not called to live out my journey of faith in isolation from others but within the community of the

Church.

Mary L O'Duffin RE Adviser (Primary) Archdiocese of Glasgow

The Sacraments of Initiation

Mary L O'Duffin RE Adviser (Primary) Archdiocese of Glasgow

Faith Practice

Your child will realise that many things in life require practice. From cycling, swimming, dancing, football of reading, writing and

maths.

Faith is no different and your child’s journey to First Eucharist will be richer and more meaningful is they are supported in joining

with the parish community regularly, especially at Sunday Mass.

Mary L O'Duffin RE Adviser (Primary) Archdiocese of Glasgow

Faith Practice

Your child will realise that many things in life require practice. From cycling, swimming, dancing, football of reading, writing and

maths.

Faith is no different and your child’s journey to First Eucharist will be richer and more meaningful is they are supported in joining

with the parish community regularly, especially at Sunday Mass.

Mary L O'Duffin RE Adviser (Primary) Archdiocese of Glasgow

Faith Practice will be supported and encouraged in school. Your child will greatly appreciate your interest and support.

Mary L O'Duffin RE Adviser (Primary) Archdiocese of Glasgow

Faith Practice

Your child will realise that many things in life require practice. From cycling, swimming, dancing, football of reading, writing and

maths.

Faith is no different and your child’s journey to First Eucharist will be richer and more meaningful is they are supported in joining

with the parish community regularly, especially at Sunday Mass.

Mary L O'Duffin RE Adviser (Primary) Archdiocese of Glasgow

Family Workbook:

Each Home Session in your Family Workbook ends with a prayer

If you think it might be a good idea, you could invite other members of the family who are at home to join in the prayer.

Mary L O'Duffin RE Adviser (Primary) Archdiocese of Glasgow

If you still have your child’s

baptismal candle, you could use

that – if not perhaps you

could use another candle.

Session 1 : Baptism, Belonging and the Church Family

Mary L O'Duffin RE Adviser (Primary) Archdiocese of Glasgow

Session 2 :Saying Thanks to God - the Mass

Mary L O'Duffin RE Adviser (Primary) Archdiocese of Glasgow

Session 3 Passover – God keeps his promises

Mary L O'Duffin RE Adviser (Primary) Archdiocese of Glasgow

RememberingGiving thanks

Offering SacrificeSharing a meal

Together in community

Session 3 : The Last Supper Jesus gives us the Eucharist

Mary L O'Duffin RE Adviser (Primary) Archdiocese of Glasgow

Remembering

Giving thanks

Offering Sacrifice

Sharing a meal

Together in community

Session 3 : The Mass Gathering to Celebrate God’s Forgiveness and love

Mary L O'Duffin RE Adviser (Primary) Archdiocese of Glasgow

Remembering

Giving thanks

Offering Sacrifice

Sharing a meal

Together in community

Sessions 4,5&6 : The Entrance RiteLiturgy of the Word and Liturgy of the Eucharist

Mary L O'Duffin RE Adviser (Primary) Archdiocese of Glasgow

Lord have mercy…

Penitential rite…

Readings from Scripture

Sessions 7 : Called to live like Jesus: sent out to live the gospel.

Mary L O'Duffin RE Adviser (Primary) Archdiocese of Glasgow

Session 8 : The Faith Journey continues –share it with your child

Mary L O'Duffin RE Adviser (Primary) Archdiocese of Glasgow

Session 8 : The Faith Journey continues –share it with your child

Mary L O'Duffin RE Adviser (Primary) Archdiocese of Glasgow