Courses
The person having their First Communion must have received the Penitence sacrament; one or two days before the ceremony is suggested.
Preparation lecture for parents and godparents. Fridays from 8 pm to 9 pm.
Documentation
Proof of preparation to perform the First Communion
Copy of Baptism Certificate
Copy of the godparents' religious Marriage Certificate. If they’re single they must be at least 16 years old, submit proof of Confirmation, have received the sacraments of christian initiation (baptism, first communion and confirmation) and not be living in sin. (Canon 874)
Parents’ and godparents’ confession one day before the celebration at the latest.
Costs and Payment
Consult by contacting the Parish Notary.
In order to book and set the date aside, we ask for 50% of the required contribution and for the celebration of the sacrament, the documentation and completed payment must be submitted 15 days prior to the celebration. *Remember that advances are non refundable.
Recommendation
For the ceremony:
The child’s attire must be white.
Bring a white cloth.
Generally:
The celebration must start on time.
The church is always open for its congregation, thus it cannot be closed due to private ceremonies.
Throwing objects (flower petals, rice grains, balloons, bubbles, etc.) is not allowed either inside or outside the church.
So that the celebration takes place with the greatest decorum and dignity of the liturgy, proper clothing must be worn. Remember that we are in a sacred place.
Pictures and Video:
Photographers cannot climb onto the presbytery (altar area).
Connecting to the enclosure’s electricity is not allowed.
Due to the dignity of the place, photographers must wear formal attire.
First Communion
The Eucharist is the sacrament of love. JesusChrist is truly, substantially present with his body, his blood, his soul and his divinity.He wants to be with us till the end of times. The faithful friend, the Good Shepherd who gives his life for us.
Here you will be able to consult the documentation and preparation requirements to perform this sacrament.
Dates
To be decided according to the schedule. You can verify dates by contacting the office directly.