Holy Communion
Sacrament: Holy Communion
One of seven sacraments of the Holy Catholic Church.
A supernatural gift from God for our Salvation; Holy Communion is one of the "three" sacraments of Christian initiation - Baptism, Confirmation and the Eucharist.
The Holy Eucharist...
Holy Communion completes the Christian Initiation. And those who have been raised to the dignity of the royal priesthood by Baptism, and configured more deeply to Christ by Confirmation participate with the whole community in the lord's own sacrifice by means of the Eucharist.
Scriptural Reference
Scripture teaches us that unless we eat his flesh and drink his blood, we have no life in us. The miracle which transforms the bread on the alter enables us as Catholics to consume heavenly food. And it is exactly what Christ said it is; His Body and His blood...
More information on Holy Communion
Here at St Joseph's we would like to assist you, a member of your family, or a friend in preparing for the Sacrament of Holy Communion. Contact us to find out more about what is involved.