The Eucharist is the source and summit of our faith lives. This means it is both the climax of who we are – the culmination of a week’s worth of faith, and also the pool where we fill our buckets for the next week. Regular celebration of the Sacrament keeps our souls healthy, just like exercise keeps our bodies healthy.
We do have gluten-free hosts available at both parishes.
- At St. Catherine, those needing a gluten-free host should receive in the line closest to the choir (left side of church).
- At Transfiguration, please stop before Mass in the Liturgy Room, which is on right as you enter the church, and the coordinators will assist you. At Communion time, to receive a consecrated gluten-free host, please receive from the presiding priest's line, usually the center aisle, left side.
First Communion –
Children in grades 2nd and higher will prepare for Communion beginning in January and celebrating in May.
First Communion preparation for children is an opportunity for the children of our parish to continue to explore their relationship with Jesus and receive the in the Most Holy Communion with their Parish Family. Parents are the primary educators and formers of their child’s faith. With this understanding, parish staff and entire Church family enter into this time of preparation with you to support you in your desire to raise your children in the faith, knowledge, and tradition of the Church. Preparation for the sacraments is done in addition to attending faith formation sessions and Mass.
The children preparing for the Sacrament explore:
- the basic teachings of the church.
- the love of Jesus in the Eucharist.
- how to prepare the heart, mind and soul to receive the Body of Christ
- how to deepen their prayer life
Prior to preparing for Communion, children should be enrolled in Reconciliation preparation. It is also important that they are working in a Formation or Religious Education program that provides them with the foundation for the lives as Catholics.
Additional information can be found HERE. If you have any questions, please contact Karen Luke at the St. Catherine parish office.