Holy Communion
Holy Communion or Eucharist.
Eucharist comes from the Greek word, “Eucharistia” which means “thanksgiving.” The Eucharist is “The Great Thanksgiving” in which we meet Jesus Christ who is truly present in the Eucharist, under the appearance of bread and wine.
First Holy Communion
First Communion is considered one of the holiest and most important occasions in a Catholic’s life. It means that person has received the Sacrament of the Eucharist, the body and blood of Jesus Christ - for the first time.
First Holy Communion Program
The Sacrament of Eucharist (referred to as “First Holy Communion” when received for the first time) is available to Catholic children in Year 4 or higher. Children wishing to register should attend the annual Registration Evening with at least one Catholic parent/Caregiver.
Following registration, children need to attend preparation classes with their parent. These are usually held in the Parish Centre on weekday evenings.
More information can be found below:
Sacramental Program 2024
First Holy Communion
As defined by the Brisbane Archdiocese, the Sacramental Program is a three-year program, and each child may usually prepare and receive one sacrament per year.
First Holy Communion is the sacrament that completes the process of initiation, and is when one can fully participate in the Eucharist for the first time. This sacrament is celebrated when children are in Grade 4 (or above) and only after the child has been confirmed.
Children participating in First Holy Communion are required to attend an Enrolment Mass, the Workshops, Reconciliation and then participate in First Holy Communion on a specific mass within the community. Children are also expected to attend weekly Mass during the preparation period.
Sponsors are more than welcome to attend the First Holy Communion Mass, but do not have an ‘official’ role during the mass.
Children are asked to wear their ‘Sunday Best’ for their First Holy Communion. The traditional colour for First Communion is white, although this is not compulsory.
Key dates for First Holy Communion in 2024:
Information Evening for Parents/Caregivers (includes distribution of Enrolment Applications)
Tuesday 27 August, 6pm, Holy Cross Church, Wooloowin
Note: Enrolment Application must be submitted to Parish office by Friday 6 September (Return of completed Application & $50.00 payment)
Enrolment Mass
Attend a mass on the weekend of Sept 7/8 or Sept 14/15
(During mass, the priest will distribute candidate’s workbooks – to be worked on leading into the 2 workshops)
Workshops
Parent/Caregiver & Child to attend 2 workshops (available Tuesday afternoon or Sunday morning)
Tuesday sessions:
Workshop #1
Tuesday 8 October, 3.30pm – 5pm, Holy Cross Church, Wooloowin
Workshop #2
Tuesday 15 October, 3.30pm – 5pm, Holy Cross Church, Wooloowin
Sunday sessions:
Workshop #1
Sunday 13 October, 11am – 12.30pm, Holy Cross Church, Wooloowin
Workshop #2
Sunday 20 October, 11am – 12.30pm, Holy Cross Church, Wooloowin
Celebration of God's Mercy
Friday 25 October, 3.30pm, Holy Cross Church, Wooloowin
First Communion Mass
Attend a mass on Saturday 26 October or Sunday 27 October
Saturday:
5pm Holy Cross, Wooloowin
Sunday:
8am St Anne’s, Kalinga
10am Holy Cross, Wooloowin
5pm Holy Rosary, Windsor
For more information about First Communion: http://flameoffaith.org.au/eucharist/
We are looking forward to spending time with you, your children, and families as we celebrate First Holy Communion in our parish in 2024.
As always, if you have any questions, please contact the parish office on 07 3357 5793 or [email protected]
Eucharist comes from the Greek word, “Eucharistia” which means “thanksgiving.” The Eucharist is “The Great Thanksgiving” in which we meet Jesus Christ who is truly present in the Eucharist, under the appearance of bread and wine.
First Holy Communion
First Communion is considered one of the holiest and most important occasions in a Catholic’s life. It means that person has received the Sacrament of the Eucharist, the body and blood of Jesus Christ - for the first time.
First Holy Communion Program
The Sacrament of Eucharist (referred to as “First Holy Communion” when received for the first time) is available to Catholic children in Year 4 or higher. Children wishing to register should attend the annual Registration Evening with at least one Catholic parent/Caregiver.
Following registration, children need to attend preparation classes with their parent. These are usually held in the Parish Centre on weekday evenings.
More information can be found below:
Sacramental Program 2024
First Holy Communion
As defined by the Brisbane Archdiocese, the Sacramental Program is a three-year program, and each child may usually prepare and receive one sacrament per year.
First Holy Communion is the sacrament that completes the process of initiation, and is when one can fully participate in the Eucharist for the first time. This sacrament is celebrated when children are in Grade 4 (or above) and only after the child has been confirmed.
Children participating in First Holy Communion are required to attend an Enrolment Mass, the Workshops, Reconciliation and then participate in First Holy Communion on a specific mass within the community. Children are also expected to attend weekly Mass during the preparation period.
Sponsors are more than welcome to attend the First Holy Communion Mass, but do not have an ‘official’ role during the mass.
Children are asked to wear their ‘Sunday Best’ for their First Holy Communion. The traditional colour for First Communion is white, although this is not compulsory.
Key dates for First Holy Communion in 2024:
Information Evening for Parents/Caregivers (includes distribution of Enrolment Applications)
Tuesday 27 August, 6pm, Holy Cross Church, Wooloowin
Note: Enrolment Application must be submitted to Parish office by Friday 6 September (Return of completed Application & $50.00 payment)
Enrolment Mass
Attend a mass on the weekend of Sept 7/8 or Sept 14/15
(During mass, the priest will distribute candidate’s workbooks – to be worked on leading into the 2 workshops)
Workshops
Parent/Caregiver & Child to attend 2 workshops (available Tuesday afternoon or Sunday morning)
Tuesday sessions:
Workshop #1
Tuesday 8 October, 3.30pm – 5pm, Holy Cross Church, Wooloowin
Workshop #2
Tuesday 15 October, 3.30pm – 5pm, Holy Cross Church, Wooloowin
Sunday sessions:
Workshop #1
Sunday 13 October, 11am – 12.30pm, Holy Cross Church, Wooloowin
Workshop #2
Sunday 20 October, 11am – 12.30pm, Holy Cross Church, Wooloowin
Celebration of God's Mercy
Friday 25 October, 3.30pm, Holy Cross Church, Wooloowin
First Communion Mass
Attend a mass on Saturday 26 October or Sunday 27 October
Saturday:
5pm Holy Cross, Wooloowin
Sunday:
8am St Anne’s, Kalinga
10am Holy Cross, Wooloowin
5pm Holy Rosary, Windsor
For more information about First Communion: http://flameoffaith.org.au/eucharist/
We are looking forward to spending time with you, your children, and families as we celebrate First Holy Communion in our parish in 2024.
As always, if you have any questions, please contact the parish office on 07 3357 5793 or [email protected]
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LUTWYCHE CATHOLIC PARISH
Parish Office Address: 28 Chalk Street, Wooloowin QLD 4030 Email: [email protected] Phone: 07 3357 5793 Office Opening Hours: Mon 8.30am - 12.30pm Friday 3:00PM -5:00PM |