*The Most Holy Eucharist
In the Holy Eucharist, the faithful enter into intimate union with Jesus. "He who eats my flesh and drinks my blood abides in me, and I in him." The power of the words and action of Christ, and the power of the Holy Spirit, make sacramentally present under the species of bread and wine, Christ's body and blood: His sacrifice offered on the cross once and for all.
All Catholics in the state of grace are invited to reverently receive the body and blood of Christ. Persons who are ill or infirm or otherwise unable to attend Mass, and who wish to receive Holy Communion, are invited to call the rectory/ office to arrange for a visit by a Eucharistic minister.
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*First Holy Communion
Your child is prepared for First Penance and First Holy Communion in the 1st and 2nd grades. Children receive the Sacrament of Penance as a group at a special service several weeks prior to Fiirst Communion in May.
February 13, 2012 - First Reconciliation at 7:00pm in the Church
April 28th, 2012 - First Eucharist Retreat 9:00am - 12:00pm at St. James School & Church
May 3rd, 2012 - First Communion rehearsal at 6:30pm in the church
May 5th, 2012 - First Communion at 10:30am in the church and reception to follow in the parish center