What is a Communion set called?
A paten or diskos is a small plate, usually made of silver or gold, used to hold Eucharistic bread which is to be consecrated during the Mass.
What is needed for 1st Communion in the Catholic Church?
WHAT IS NECESSARY FOR MY CHILD TO RECEIVE FIRST HOLY COMMUNION? At a minimum, your child must: Be baptized in the Catholic Church, or another Christian denomination recognized by the Catholic Church. They must have been baptized with water and “in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.”
What is the difference between First Reconciliation and First Communion?
Reconciliation typically occurs when your child is in second grade in school. They will be expected to attend GoF Religious Education classes leading up to their first Reconciliation. Communion, or Eucharist, is first and foremost Christ drawing near to us in the grace of the sacrament.
At what age does a child make their First Holy Communion?
around 7-8 years
In the simplest terms, First Holy Communion is a religious ceremony performed in church by Catholics when a child reaches the age of around 7-8 years and celebrates the first time that they accept the bread and wine (also known as the Eucharist). The bread and wine symbolise the body and blood of Christ.
What is a good gift for communion?
If you’re not sure of an appropriate First Communion gift, you can’t go wrong with a First Communion gift set. First Communion gift sets are pre-packaged and include a variety of traditional First Communion gifts. Other great First Communion gifts include crosses, jewelry, rosaries, prayer books, and Bibles.
What is a good Communion gift for a girl?
A young girl making her First Communion may appreciate a cross on a delicate necklace or a bracelet. This is jewelry that she can wear to proclaim her faith as she grows. A cross wall plaque is another appropriate First Communion gift.
What are good First Communion gift for boys?
– First Communion rosary for boys – Hematite beads on black cording – Chalice centerpiece and cross-shaped Our Father beads – Masculine and simple Crucifix – Great memento for a boy’s First Communion day