When it comes to religious milestones, the first Holy Communion is an important one in some Christian traditions. It usually happens when a child is around eight years old and in the springtime due to ...

Nine youths received First Holy Communion at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church on Oct. 29. The youth completed instruction on the meaning of the Sacrament of Holy Communion by Pastor Janell Wigen. During ...

“What does it mean to receive Jesus in Holy Communion? It’s like Jesus is giving us a big hug, saying, ‘I love you so much. I want you to be close to me always,’” says Russell Pollitt, S.J., pastor of ...

Holy Spirit Parish recently celebrated First Holy Communion at St. Mary’s Church in Mocanaqua. Seven young people from St. Adalbert’s Church in Glen Lyon and St. Martha’s Church in Fairmount Springs ...

In an atmosphere of celebration, joy, and devotion, some 25,000 people, including 1,600 children in white robes and traditional costumes who received their first Communion, participated Sunday in the ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Forty-five children received the sacrament of First Holy Communion on Saturday morning in Our Lady Star of the Sea R.C. Church, Huguenot. Girls donned traditional white dresses ...

In the midst of war and suffering, the Catholic faithful of Holy Family parish in northern Gaza continue to walk in the light of faith. Eight children received their first holy Communion this past ...

Holy Spirit Parish recently celebrated First Holy Communion at St. Mary’s Church in Mocanaqua. Seven young people from St. Adalbert’s Church in Glen Lyon and St. Martha’s Church in Fairmount Springs ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — One hundred and sixteen children received the sacrament of First Holy Communion on Saturday morning in Our Lady Star of the Sea R.C. Church, Huguenot. Girls donned traditional ...