Eucharist

In the Eucharist, we receive Jesus Christ Himself, a truly priceless gift.

Eucharistic Ministers

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion serve the Body and Blood of Jesus to the community at liturgy.

Eucharistic Ministers to the Sick and Homebound take Christ through faith and charity, on behalf of the whole community.

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Very Low-Gluten Eucharist

For those who experience issues with gluten, very low-gluten
hosts are available for Communion. Please plan to arrive a
few minutes before Mass and ask an usher for assistance in
contacting the sacristan at the Mass you attend.

Contact:
Sr Lana
(805) 482·6417
[email protected]

First Communion

The path to First Communion is a two-year program of growth and learning. Though it often starts around grade 1, we welcome participants of any age.

Children Grades 1 through 8
2 half-day retreats with their parents

After a minimum of two consecutive years of the whole family participating in Faith Formation, children in grades 2 through 8 who are ready to receive their First Reconciliation and First Communion, attend two half-day retreats with their parents to prepare for these holy sacraments.

Faith Formation for Children

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First Communion for Youth
High School Teens

We will provide individualized care in a small group setting to help you understand and prepare to receive the body and blood of Jesus through this sacrament. We meet with you initially to understand how best to help you on your journey. In general, teens who have not received their First Communion prepare for both First Communion and Confirmation at the same time.

Faith Formation for Youth

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First Communion for Adults
18+

We offer a gradual process by which adults prepare for and celebrate the sacraments of initiation.

Becoming Catholics

1st Communion Gallery

June 2021

July 2020

May 2019

99 young people received Jesus in communion for the very first time last weekend! May they, and all of us, be nourished by and respond to his love. Congratulations children and families on this milestone!