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What is the Sacrament of First Holy Eucharist?

The Sacrament of First Eucharist (or First Holy Communion) is when a Catholic child receives the Body and Blood of Christ for the first time, fully participating in the heart of the Mass. This sacrament nourishes the soul, strengthens the child’s relationship with Jesus, and unites them more deeply with the Church community. Typically, children prepare through prayer, learning about the Mass, and receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation so they are spiritually ready to meet Christ in the Eucharist.

What is the Sacrament of Eucharist?

Eucharist
The Eucharist is one of the three Sacraments of Initiation, along with Baptism and Confirmation.  We celebrate the Eucharist whenever we attend Mass, and often people refer to receiving the Eucharist as receiving communion.  The word ‘Eucharist’ means thanksgiving, while the word ‘Communion’ means common union – both are very relevant in our understanding of this sacrament.  When we celebrate Eucharist we come together in common union as one body to offer our thanks to God for all that he has done for us. The Eucharist is more than simply a symbol reminding us of the Last Supper. In the sacrament, the very substance or essence of the bread and wine is changed completely. The Eucharist is the body, blood, soul and divinity of Jesus Christ. This is why we say that the Eucharist is Christ himself, and as such is the is the very source and summit of our lives as Catholics.

Celebrating the Sacrament of First Eucharist

First Eucharist will be celebrated in term 2, 2026 the dates to note are listed below. 

 

Formation Evening
The Formation session is designed to bring parents and child together to explore the meaning of the Eucharist as the ‘source and summit’ of our Christian life. It is imperative that parents and candidate only attend one of the following evenings:

Date: Tuesday 12th May 2026
Time: 5.45pm for 6.00pm start
Venue: Nazareth Church, Grovedale.

or

Date: Wednesday 13th May 2026
Time: 5.45pm for 6.00pm start
Venue: St Therese Church, Torquay.

 

Rite of Enrolment Mass
Your child’s preparation for the Sacrament begins with the Rite of Enrolment Mass. Please attend any one of the following Masses:

  • Saturday 16th May 2026 at 6pm at St Christopher’s Church, Anglesea
  • Sunday 17th May 2026 at 9am at St Therese Church, Torquay
  • Sunday 17th May 2026 at 11am at Nazareth Church, Grovedale
  • Sunday 17th May 2026 at 5pm at St Therese Church, Torquay

 

Celebrating the Sacrament
This year, First Holy Eucharist will be held on a Saturday afternoon. When you fill in your registration below you will be asked to select the corresponding Mass that aligns with your childs school. While most students will nominate when their school peers are also attending, you may choose any of the Masses.  

Saturday 13th June 2026
2pm – Nazareth PS @ Nazareth Church, Grovedale
4pm – St Catherine PS @ St Therese Church, Torquay

Saturday 20th June 2026
2pm – Lisiuex PS @ St Therese Church
4pm – St Therese PS @ St Therese Church

 

Levy
A $75 levy for each candidate is required to cover the administration costs associated with the Sacrament, and is paid directly to the Parish.

Nazareth Parish
BSB 083 347
Account number 65387 6245
Ref: EUCH {insert Child’s surname and school}

Payment can also be made through EFTPOS or Credit Card at the door on the Family Formation Evening.

For further information, or if any families are experiencing financial difficulties, please contact the Parish Office ph. 9412 8444.

 

Registrations will open in term 2 2026

*Times and dates are subject to change

Registration Form

First Eucharist
Student Details
Address
Baptism Details
Reconciliation Details
First Holy Eucharist Mass time
Details of Parents or guardians