holy communion

holy communion

Holy Communion also refered to as First Comunion, is a special occasion for Catholic families. Its the colloquial name for a person's first reception of the sacrament of the eucharist. The eucharist is one of the main focuses of the church.

Holy communion/ first communion is traditionaly a festive ocasion for Roman Catholic families, it is also the second sacrament of the seven.

A child usualy undergoes this ceremony at aged seven. This is regarded as an ideal age for children to begin to participate in Church services. Every child needs to have been baptized prior to the Holy Communion ceremony. Usually, this is undertaken not long after the child is born, however if the child is not baptized, he or she can have this arranged prior to Holy Communion by the priest.

This is a exciting and important occasion for many Catholic families, as it signifies ones rite into the body of there church.

Traditions of Communion include special clothing worn, which is usually white to symbolise purity.Girls often wear fancy dresses and a Veil

After Comunion it is common for a gathered family to celebrate. Alot of preperation goes into this celebration, and gifts of a religious nature are given, ie Rosaries, bibles, prayer books also religious statues and icons.

to help there is several websites that can help you find first communion party supplies such as decors, jewelries, gifts to name a few.