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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