According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, “The Eucharist is the source and summit of the Christian life. The other sacraments, and indeed all ecclesiastical ministries and works of the apostolate, are bound up with the Eucharist and are oriented toward it. For in the blessed Eucharist is contained the whole spiritual good of the Church, namely Christ himself.” 

First Holy Eucharist is celebrated by the Second Grade CRE class in the spring. In order to ensure your child’s success in the program, it is vital to attend Mass and CRE regularly. 
In addition, preparation sessions for both children and parents will occur prior to the sacrament. These sessions serve two purposes:
1.    To deepen parents’ understanding of the Eucharist; and
2.    To provide ongoing home experiences that will assist the child at this age level to come to know Jesus through faith shared by others.

For Ascension parishioners or their loved ones who are sick or infirmed and who wish to receive Holy Communion, please contact Bill Fenton at (304) 206-0361.