The Eucharist, the body, blood, soul and divinity of Jesus Christ, is our source and summit of life, which nourishes and strengthens our bodies and souls. This is the Bread of Life and the Cup of Eternal Salvation.
Preparation for First Eucharist at Immaculate Conception and St. Patrick’s is a family-based program in which parent participation is required, allowing parents and children to prepare together for the child to receive the Sacrament of Eucharist for the first time. Preparation for First Eucharist is undertaken after the completion of First Reconciliation, beginning in February for children in 2nd grade. If a child is older than 2nd grade, please see more information in the Order of Christian Initiation of Children (OCIC) section. The celebration of the Sacrament of First Eucharist takes place in the spring. Please note that children must be participating in Catholic Formation and have attended First Grade Catholic Formation sessions or are enrolled in a Catholic school.
Preparation for the Sacrament of Communion includes two mandatory large group parent/child events to re-enforce and enhance the lessons taught at home, at Catholic Formation and Catholic School. Details with more information will be given at the required scheduled meetings. For more information, please contact Kristin Dittman at k.dittman@ic-church.com or 715-246-4652 ext 260.