{"id":786,"date":"2026-03-18T14:57:48","date_gmt":"2026-03-18T14:57:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stjp2cc.org\/sacrament-first-communion-children\/"},"modified":"2026-04-06T12:20:05","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T12:20:05","slug":"sacrament-first-communion-children","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/stjp2cc.org\/en\/sacrament-first-communion-children\/","title":{"rendered":"Sacrament: First Communion (Children)"},"content":{"rendered":"
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First Communion\n<\/h1>starting in first grade<\/span>
First Holy Communion is one of the most beautiful moments in a child's life, as they receive Jesus in the Eucharist for the first time. This sacrament strengthens their faith, unites them more deeply with Christ, and fully integrates them into the life of the Church. As parents, you play an essential role in this journey, accompanying your children with love, example, and prayer.<\/div>\n<\/div>
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Requirements<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

To enroll your children in the catechetical preparation program for First Holy Communion, your family must be registered at the St. John Paul II Mission.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Preparation<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Preparation for this sacrament is conducted over two consecutive years:<\/p>\n