The Eucharist is "the source and summit of the Christian life." "The other sacraments, and indeed all ecclesiastical ministries and works of the apostolate, are bound up with the Eucharist and are oriented toward it. For in the blessed Eucharist is contained the whole spiritual good of the Church, namely Christ himself, our Pasch" (Catechism of the Catholic Church 1324).
Preparing to receive the Sacrament of the Eucharist (First Communion) is a two year commitment of formation. This process usually begins with first and second-grade students committing to class attendance, Saint Fair, Retreat, Penance and an exit sacramental interview with the Little Flock coordinator.
The students will be eligible to receive the Sacrament of the Eucharist for the first time usually at the end of their second year of formation.
All children are welcomed and encouraged to begin this process after the age of reason, 7 years old. All sacrament requirements are addressed at the parents meeting at the beginning of each Catechetical year.
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