Eucharist

The Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist

Is central to our Catholic faith. The Holy Eucharist refers to Christ’s body and blood present in the consecrated host on the altar. What we receive in its external appearance that looks like bread, and tastes like bread, is actually Jesus Christ.

Transubstantiation is the theological term to describe the complete change of the substance of Jesus Christ into external appearance of bread.

By receiving the Holy Eucharist, we increase and deepen our relationship with Jesus, reinforce our relationship with other faithful and the Church, and prepare us for ultimate salvation. As Catholics, we receive the Holy Eucharist every time we attend Mass.

First Holy Communion

By this sacrament, we unite ourselves to Christ, who makes us sharers in his Body and Blood. Catholics believe in the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist and partake of the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ. Prior to receiving First Holy Communion, students must attend faith formation classes for two (2) years.