Eucharist
The Sacrament of the Eucharist, also called the Mass, is “the source and summit of the Christian Life.” All of the other sacraments point to it. When the priest prays the words of consecration over the bread and wine at Mass, we believe, in accordance with the teaching of Jesus, that they become his Body and Blood. We receive this most precious of gifts in Holy Communion, which intimately unites us with Jesus and helps us become more like him through the grace he gives us by his very presence in our human bodies. Because the Son of God is truly present in the Eucharist, Catholics also adore the Blessed Sacrament during Exposition, and we reverence the tabernacle where the Eucharist is placed after Mass.
Catholics who are ready to receive Jesus in the Eucharist are invited to receive Holy Communion during Mass. Our hearts are ready to receive him when we have been baptized in the Catholic Church (or baptized in another church and later received into the Catholic Church) and are not in a state of serious sin. If you are not yet ready to receive Jesus in the Eucharist, you are welcome to line up during Communion and receive a blessing (indicated by placing your hands across your chest).
First Communion
Holy Redeemer Parish offers a program to prepare children who are seven years of age (grade 2) and older to celebrate First Reconciliation and First Holy Eucharist. The process for and the celebration of these sacraments is a family affair and involves both the parent and child.
The most important component of the process is weekly attendance at Sunday Mass at Holy Redeemer Parish.
Parents, if your child is baptized and will be at least seven years of age before December 31st, 2024 and you wish that he/she celebrates First Reconciliation and First Holy Eucharist in 2025, you MUST attend the following
Information Seminar at Holy Redeemer on:
Saturday, September 14th @ 10:00 am
The preparation process and expectations for your family will be fully explained. This process is intended for children 7 to 10 years of age.
Questions? Please email us at: [email protected]
Holy Redeemer Parish is eager to walk with your family on this journey of faith.