The Sacrament of the Eucharist
The Eucharist, the source and summit of the Christian life, completes Christian initiation and allows us to fully participate in the life of the Church by receiving Holy Communion. At every Mass, bread and wine are transformed into the Body and Blood of Christ, strengthening us to live as Christ’s presence in the world.
Symbols of the Eucharist
Bread – a symbol of nourishment and life.
Wine – a symbol of joy and celebration.
Together, they remind us of God who gives and sustains life. They are linked to the Last Supper, where Jesus shared bread and wine with his disciples and told them to “Do This in Memory of Me.”
What Happens During the Eucharist
The Eucharist (meaning thanksgiving) is the celebration of the Mass. It includes:
- Listening to the Word of God
- Offering prayers
- Doing what Jesus did at the Last Supper – taking, blessing, breaking, and sharing the bread and wine
- Being sent forth to live the Good News
The Mass is not merely a remembrance of the Last Supper or a symbol of Christ’s sacrifice on Calvary. It makes Christ’s sacrifice sacramentally present here and now, so that its saving grace may touch the lives of those who participate. To receive Holy Communion is to enter into the most intimate union possible with Christ in this life, to be nourished by him, transformed by him, and drawn more deeply into the life of the Church, which is Christ’s Body.
Sacrament of Holy Communion
Baptised Catholic children in Year 4 or above, who have completed Reconciliation, are eligible to receive First Holy Communion.
If your child completed Reconciliation in a previous term at Sacred Heart Parish, you do not need to enrol again. This means your child is already registered.
To enrol your child for First Holy Communion please complete this form and return to the parish/contact parish office:
This sacrament is usually celebrated in Term 2 as part of our parish‑based Sacramental Program.
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