Eucharist is one of the three Sacraments of Initiation.  It is also called Holy Communion.  Here it is understood as the Eucharist received where as the Mass is the Eucharist celebrated.  We receive the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ under the appearance of bread and wine.  As we eat His Body and drink His Blood we become what we eat, more and more like Christ.  Sharing in the Eucharist is a sign of our unity as Catholic Christians.

Unlike the other Sacraments of Initiation which we can only receive once in a lifetime, we may receive Eucharist as often as once a day.  We are encouraged to receive Communion regularly so that we can continually be renewed and nourished spiritually.  Just as we feed our bodies to stay healthy so we should feed our spirits. 

Are you an adult looking to receive your first communion? Check out the OCIA page for more information.

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1st Communion Preparation

Contact:
Elizabeth Post, Staff
616.538.2600 x122

Preparation for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Communion is a two year process beginning in first grade. Students receive the Sacraments toward the end of their second grade year. We work with each family to ensure that their child is ready for such an important step in their faith journey, including those who missed preparation in first grade, those who are older, and those not yet baptized.

Please contact the Formation Office for more information.

The Sacrament Preparation process at St. Pius X Parish includes four primary areas:

• Faith Formation
• Required Parent/Child Retreats (second grade and above)
• Parent’s Faith Growth
• Continued Support at Home

First Reconciliation service takes place during the Lenten Season, and the First Communion Mass is held during the Easter Season.

Blessed Video Series by Dynamic Catholic

We are asking all families to watch “Blessed First Reconciliation” and “Blessed First Communion” with your children. Click the button below to access the videos.