First Holy Communion

It was a special, joyful occasion last weekend for the First Holy Communion children who received Jesus for the first time at Masses in Taralga and Crookwell last weekend. May the ‘life’ of Jesus (in the form of the bread and wine) continue to bring them peace, joy, inspiration, strength and courage throughout their lives.

WHY should you go to Mass?

• Going to Mass and receiving Communion is about saying YES I BELIEVE in Jesus. I believe he loves me and died for me.
• It reminds us of the Jesus’ story. We listen to stories about Jesus in the readings; we remember what he did
• We relive Jesus’ last supper where he spoke about his death and resurrection,

And he took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them, saying, “This is my body given for you (on the Cross); do this in remembrance of me.” … he took the cup, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which is poured out for you (on the Cross). Do this in memory of me.”

• The Holy bread and wine we receive at Mass become Jesus Himself. In this way Jesus nourishes and strengthens us with Himself.

When we share communion we become joined as one community…. And nourished for life’s journey, taking Jesus to others and making our world a better place