At the Last Supper, on the night he was betrayed, our Savior instituted the Eucharistic sacrifice of his Body and Blood. This he did in order to perpetuate the sacrifice of the cross through out the ages until he should come again, and so to entrust to his beloved Spouse, the Church, a memorial of his death and resurrection: a sacrament of love, a sign of unity, a bond of charity, a Paschal banquet ‘"in which Christ is consumed, the mind is filled with grace, and a pledge of future glory is given to us."- Catechism of the Catholic Church
First Eucharist for Children: This Sacrament usually takes place during the month of May.
Mandated Requirements for First Eucharist:
1. Weekly Mass attendance
2. Two (2) consecutive years of Religious Education
3. Parents' participation in workshops
4. No more than four absences for the year
5. Attendance at the 2nd grade retreat (Jesus Day)
6. Monthly attendance of the children on the altar
Please visit our Religious Formation page.
First Eucharist for Adults:
RCIA
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process through which adults are fully initiated into the Catholic faith community. During classes, participants study and discuss scripture and Church teaching, as well as share their faith journey. The RCIA Team provides education, hospitality, support, and facilitation at gatherings. Meetings are held Tuesday evenings from 7:00-8:30 p.m., September through Easter.
Mary & Ken Arbuckle 973-839-2428
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