The Eucharist, meaning ‘thanksgiving’, is the central act of worship of the Church. It may also be referred to as ‘Mass’ or the ‘Lord’s Supper’.The Eucharist is a many faceted celebration. It is a memorial of Christ’s death and resurrection and a pledge of future glory. It is a sacrament of love and a sign of unity. It is a paschal banquet and a source of unending grace. Ultimately, it is the summit and source of the Christian life.
In the celebration of Eucharist, the Church’s desire to become more like Christ is strengthened. Through signs, symbols, actions, song, prayers and the Word of God, the Church makes present the mystery of God’s saving work in Christ. By recalling Christ’s unconditional sacrificial love, Christians are more closely united to Christ and each other, and renewed in their daily endeavour to live life in the service of others.
The Eucharist has a four part structure: The Introductory Rites, The Liturgy of the Word, The Liturgy of the Eucharist and the Concluding Rites. The Liturgy of the Word and the Liturgy of the Eucharist are central and intimately connected, forming one act of worship. Christ is truly present in the people gathered, the presiding priest, the Word and the Eucharistic species. A variety of ministries, under the leadership of the priest, serve the people’s prayer and enable an ordered and effective celebration of the liturgy.
It is the joy and duty of Christians everywhere to gather in the Lord’s name to celebrate the Eucharist, especially on Sundays and holy days.
In the year when the children turn 9 (Year 4), and only after having been baptised and confirmed are welcomed to the Lord’s Table to receive Holy Communion for the first time. Details of the full program will be advertised in both both the Parish and School newsletters.
For all details on the new Sacramental Policy of the Archdiocese of Brisbane, please click on the link below.
Information on the Archdiocese of Brisbane Sacramental Policy
In keeping with the Sacramental Policy of the Archdiocese of Brisbane, our Sacramental Program is parish-based, family-centred and school-supported. The preparation requires commitment from you and your family to attend activities that we offer, and upon your enrolment, we have clear expectations that you will participate fully in the program. If you require any further information please contact clayfield@bne.catholic.net.au.
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION 2023
*FIRST HOLY COMMUNION MASSES*
(Registration is required)
Sunday 23rd April 8:00am or 5:30pm or
Sunday 30th April 8:00am or 5:30pm
It is traditional to wear white, however this is not a requirement.
PREPARATION SESSIONS:
Session 1: Wednesday 1st March, Welcome to the Lord’s Table/Enrolling your child in Eucharist
Child+ Parents to attend. 1 hr.
3:15pm (3:30 start) or 6:00pm
Please view information video before this day. https://fb.watch/ifaXVG9Xp4/
$75 enrolment fee upon entry (arrive 15-20 mins early to allow for processing time.
Eftpos available but …exact cash is quicker!)
Will receive workbook and enrolment form.
Registration is required by clicking links below. You will be added to the mailing list for future communication.
3:15pm https://app.tickets.org.au/eb/315HolyCommunionEnrolment2023
6:00pm https://app.tickets.org.au/eb/600HolyCommunionEnrolment2023
Session 2: Sunday 5th March
Rite of Enrolment Mass+ 20 minute debrief from Sandy after Mass
Child + Parent/s
Bring workbook and completed enrolment form (important)
Choose 8:00am or 5:30pm
No registration required
Session 3: Sunday 12th March
Compulsory Mass + 20 minute debrief from Sandy after Mass
Bring workbook
Choose 8:00am (Family Mass) or 5:30pm
No registration required
*Morning Mass on Sunday 19th March 8.00am
(optional- in case of absenteeism at previous Masses)
20 minute debrief from Sandy after Mass
Bring workbook
No registration required
Session 4: ‘Being a Living Tabernacle (2nd Rite Reconciliation)’
Choose: Wed 15th March 3:15pm or 5:30pm or
Thurs 16th March 3:15pm or 6:00pm
Wednesday 22nd March may open in case of any absenteeism
Child + Parent/s (Godparent/sponsor attendance optional)
Bring Workbook. 1 hr.
Registration required (20 students cap per session)
You are warmly encouraged to come along to Mass every Sunday (Mass times are 8:00am and 5:30pm).
You may also like to attend Mass at Our Lady Help of Christians at Hendra (Saturday 5:00pm and Sunday 9:30am Mass).
For more info contact Sandy Cantarutti, Children and Families Pastoral Associate, Clayfield
cantaruttis@bne.catholic.net.au
or call parish office 3262 2859