First Holy Communion
Preparing children to receive the Body and Blood of Christ
First Holy Communion is one of the most significant milestones in a Catholic child's faith journey — the moment they receive the Eucharist for the first time, entering into full sacramental communion with the Church. At Holy Spirit Parish, we walk alongside families in preparing their children for this sacred occasion, guided by the Archdiocese of Brisbane's sacramental programme.
The programme is a partnership between the parish and the home. Parents play a central role, working through lesson booklets with their children each week and attending the weekly parish session together.
Eligibility
Children in Year 4 or older are eligible to receive First Holy Communion. Your child must be a baptised Catholic, and Holy Spirit Parish must be your family's worshipping parish. Regular weekend Mass attendance is expected throughout the programme.
2026 Programme
The 2026 First Holy Communion programme runs from March through June. All key dates are listed below.
Information Meetings
Thursday 12 March
6:30 pm — Church
Sunday 15 March
10:00 am — After Mass
Enrolment
Saturday 21 March
5:00 pm
Sunday 22 March
10:00 am
Monday 23 March
Parish Office — by appointment
Commitment Weekend & Books Distributed
25 & 26 April
During Mass
Lessons — 5 Weekly Sessions
Saturdays at 5:00 pm | Sundays at 8:00 am
Session 1
Saturday 2 / Sunday 3 May
Session 2
Saturday 9 / Sunday 10 May
Session 3
Saturday 16 / Sunday 17 May
Session 4
Saturday 23 / Sunday 24 May
Session 5
Saturday 30 / Sunday 31 May
Reconciliation
Monday 1 June
6:30 pm — Church
Rehearsal
Thursday 4 June
6:30 pm — Church
Ceremony
Saturday 6 June
6:00 pm Mass
Sunday 7 June
9:00 am Mass
Enrolment Documents
Please bring the following to your enrolment appointment:
- Copy of your child's Birth Certificate
- Copy of your child's Baptismal Certificate
- Administration fee — $40 (or $25 for each additional sibling also receiving Communion)
- Signed Family Law form (both parents must sign; attach any relevant court orders)
- Signed Photo & Media Consent form
- Signed Privacy Statement
You can download and complete the forms below before your enrolment appointment.
Contact
For all enquiries about the sacramental programme, please contact our Sacraments Coordinator:
Wendy Greasley: pwgreasley@outlook.com
You may also contact the Parish Office:
Please do not contact Holy Spirit School — this is a Parish programme.