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First Eucharist


The Archbishop has issued guidelines and eccleisal norms regarding the preparation for
and celebration of First Eucharist.

Every parish and school must follow these guidelines. Our office offers assistance as needed to explain the guidelines.


First Eucharist
The age of discretion for First Reconciliation/Penance and Holy Communion is the time when a child begins to reason, that is about the seventh year. The Archdiocesan Guidelines will show the catechetical leader how to set up a program, plan parent meetings, select approved texts, and prepare the child for their First Communion.
First Eucharist Training Schedule & Registration

Order Printed Copy of the Guidelines
Download an Electronic Version of the Guidelines
These guidelines have been promulgated by the (Arch)bishop of this (Arch)diocese and represent the local norms for sacramental preparation. It is the responsibility of pastors and catechetical leaders to implement these guidelines in their respective parishes. Consequently, these files are password protected. If you are a pastor or parish catechetical leader, contact the CCE office at 713-741-8730 or email kbroniko@archgh.org or vshutte@archgh.org for the password.
Eucharist Guidelines

Contact Information - First Eucharist
For more information please contact:

Kathy Kelley
kkelley@archgh.org
713.741.8797