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The Sacrament of the Eucharist

In the greatest sacrament, the Eucharist, Christ does not just give us his gifts, he gives us himself, Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity, to bring us closer to God.

Children's First Holy Communion Preparation

A child’s preparation for their first Reconciliation and first Holy Communion is a very important stage on their journey of faith. Parents and carers are the main teachers of faith to their children, and our priests and catechists want to support parents and carers in their faith.

When and where does the preparation programme take place?

Preparation sessions take place at two of our parish's four churches: St Richard's in Chichester and St Peter's in East Witterings, and families are invited to register for the programme at whichever church is best for them:
St Richard's, Chichester
Preparation takes place in St Richard's Church on Saturdays, followed by coffee and cake.  Full details of the dates for this year's programme in Chichester are here:
Chichester FHC dates 2024-5
St Peter's, East Wittering
At St Peter's, preparation sessions take place after Mass on Sundays. See Sylvie or Pat for details.

The celebration of First Holy Communion will take place on 
Sunday 22nd June at 9am .

How do I enrol my child for the preparation programme?

Registration for the 2024-5 programme in Chichester is now open, for those who have attended the parents' sessions.
Click here to register
For information on the course at St Peter's, please contact the Parish Office.

When can my child make their first Holy Communion?

Our first Reconciliation and first Holy Communion programme is open to children in school Year 3 and above.  

Children participate in the programme to learn about their faith and then they make their first Holy Communion at the end of the programme, in early Summer. 

​What happens during the sessions? 

We use a programme called Growing Up Catholic. It gives parents/carers the opportunity to teach their own children and discuss their faith with them, with support and guidance from catechists.
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We look to develop the Catholic faith of the community of Our Lady and the Saints of Sussex, ​to proclaim the Good News and to embrace all who seek the Lord.
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​​St Richard of Chichester | Chichester | PO19 1XB
Our Lady of Mount Carmel & St Wilfrid | Selsey | PO20 0LS
Our Lady of the Assumption | Bosham | PO18 8JH
St Peter | East Wittering | ​PO20 8PS
Tel 01243 782343
The parish is part of the Diocese of Arundel and Brighton.  ​The Arundel & Brighton Diocesan Trust is a Registered Charity, No. 252878.  ​© Copyright 2017-2024. All rights reserved. 
  • Home
  • New here?
    • Welcome!
    • Clergy & Churches >
      • St Richard's Church
      • Our Lady of Mount Carmel & St Wilfrid Church >
        • Appeal
      • Our Lady of the Assumption Church
      • St Peter's Church
    • Schools & Nursery
    • Administration
  • Faith & Worship
    • Mass & Confession Times
    • Sacraments >
      • Baptism
      • Confirmation
      • Eucharist (Holy Communion)
      • Reconciliation (Confession)
      • Anointing of the Sick
      • Matrimony
      • Holy Orders
    • Faith Enquiry
    • Prayer Opportunities
    • Ministries at Mass
    • Intercessions
    • Funerals
    • Supported Charities
  • Join In
    • Prayer, Liturgy & Study
    • Social & Charitable
    • Practical Work Groups
    • Pastoral Care Groups
    • ChurchSuite
    • ChurchSuite Login
    • Giving >
      • Regular Giving
      • One-off Giving
      • Legacies
  • Newsletter
  • Contact
    • Map & Contacts
    • Safeguarding