First Communion

When we receive Jesus in Holy Communion, we welcome Him with our whole bodies, minds, and spirits.

Here are the steps to follow when you receive Communion:

• Walk with prayer hands to and from the altar.
• When the person in front of you receives communion, reverently bow your head in anticipation of receiving Jesus.
• Place your hands one on top of the other with your palms up to receive the consecrated Host in your hand.
• The Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion (EM) says, “The Body of Christ”, you answer, “AMEN.” Then the priest or minister places the Host in your hand.
• Use your two fingers from the bottom hand, carefully pick up the host and place it in your mouth in front of the Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion, and quietly return to your seat.
• Reverently return to your seat with prayer hands and pray a prayer of Thanksgiving.