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YOUR CART

 First Holy Communion 2026

  
This programme is supported by Catechists and is open to all children practicing their faith in the parish. Children in Yr 3 and above are eligible to apply to join the programme. Children attending non-Catholic schools are most welcome on the programme. Baptismal evidence will need to be provided. ​Following Diocesan guidelines the age of preparation for children is 7+.

The partnership between the Parish and the family is of prime importance and especially so in this next stage of the children’s faith journey. Attendance at parent meetings, commitment to take the children to Mass and to the lessons and ensure support with homework is vital to each child’s preparation and their readiness to receive the sacraments. Example and commitment are the best forms of teaching the faith and so we ask the help of you, the parents, to support us as we work together to prepare the children. The meetings are fairly informal and we do welcome non-Catholic partners to join us. Father Arbo will be present at these meetings to answer questions and give support.

Please complete the Registration Form below and follow up by sending a copy of your child's Baptism Certificate to the Parish Office - [email protected]


First Holy Communion 2026
If you have registered your child via the form on the FHC page under Sacraments on our Website, please sit tight and you will soon receive an email with further information. If your child was baptised outside this Parish, you must also submit a copy of your child’s baptismal certificate. The date the next First Holy Communion programme begins will be shown here in due course.

Registered Charity Number : 1173050

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