Prayers: Hope you are working with your children on daily prayers and prayer memorization! Be certain to include the prayer right before Communion. “Lord I am not worthy that you should enter under my roof, but only say the word and my soul shall be healed!” 1st Eucharist Banner Kits A tradition at the Holy Name of Jesus is First Communicants and their families make a felt banner for the end of their pew, becoming a precious keepsake! All students must have a banner. The Banner Instructions are in the drop down documents on the FFF Home Page. Church Tour & Mass Etiquette Night: Thursday, February 8th OR Friday, February 9th @ 6:00pm (arrive at 5:45) CHOOSE ONE of the two nights. Parents and 1st Communicant MUST attend. Sponsors: In some families; this is a tradition. It is not a requirement nor encouraged. Bishop Barnes, Diocesan Clergy, and ministry leaders believe the parents are the sponsors. Parents are responsible to get our young children to mass every week, and to confession twice a year; thus they are the sponsors. If for any reason you cannot receive'with' your child at his/her First Eucharist please let us know immediately. 3rd or 4th Confession: It is important that your child receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation prior to receiving the Sacrament of 1st Eucharist. Stations of the Cross & Penance Family Faith Formation Night: Friday, March 9th @ 5:30 pm, Olive church, experience the Stations of the Cross. We would like our First Communicants to be the Lectors/Readers. If your child is interested; please let us know. This beautiful devotion will be followed by confession. Please take advantage and confess in this Communal service prior to your child’s First Eucharist Mass!