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First Communion
Preparation for First Communion takes place at Holy Spirit during the Second Grade
and is coordinated by
In addition to regular Sunday School classes, monthly classes focused on the Eucharist
take place throughout the year, leading up to the reception of the sacrament in
May. Traditionally, First Communion is held on the Saturday of Mother's Day weekend.
Communion is the third sacrament of initiation into the Church. In it we are nourished
and strengthened for our daily lives. We believe that Jesus Christ is fully present
- Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity. The bread and wine are not symbols, but signs
of his Real Presence.
The Church asks two simple things from each of us in order to receive the Eucharist.
First, we must be in a state of grace - free from all serious sin. Second, we must
fast from all food and drink (other than water or medications) for one hour prior
to receiving.
All of us may receive the Eucharist in the hand or on the tongue. It is appropriate
to make a gesture of reverence prior to receiving the Eucharist, such as bowing
the head. The priest, deacon, or Extraordinary Minister will say, "The Body of Christ,"
and the correct response is "Amen." When offered, "The Blood of Christ," the response
is again "Amen."
To register for sacramental preparation, please contact
at
404-252-4513 x217.
First Penance
Children make their first confessions prior to reception of First Communion. Preparation
takes place both in Sunday School classes, and in special sacramental preparation
classes held once each month throughout the school year. First Penance is celebrated
as part of one of the parish's seasonal penance services.
It is important that we go to confession because it is the way that serious sins
are forgiven. It is, like all the other sacraments, something that Jesus has asked
us to do, and has given us to help us live holy lives. There is no reason at all
to be afraid of this sacrament - and here you can find a "how to go to confession"
guide, and an examination of conscience just for children.
The following forms are available for download in .pdf format.
You will need the free Adobe Reader to view.
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Holy Spirit Catholic Church ● 4465 Northside Drive, NW ● Atlanta, GA 30327 ● ph.
404-252-4513 ● fx. 404-252-1162
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