Eucharist

- The Eucharist is "the source and summit of the Christian life." The other sacraments, and indeed all ecclesiastical ministries and works of the apostolate, are bound up with the Eucharist and are oriented toward it. For in the blessed Eucharist is contained the whole spiritual good of the Church, namely Christ himself. (CCC 1324)
- Pastoral Care - Hospital and Homebound visitation
  
  If you or someone you know is hospitalized, recovering in a rehab center, in a nursing facility, or unable to attend Mass due to illness or physical limitations and would like to be brought Holy Communion, please contact Theresa Stammen in the parish office.
- Sacramental Preparation
  
  If you have a child in need of preparation for First Holy Communion, please visit our Religious Education page.
Guidelines for receiving Holy Communion
- All Catholics are obligated to worthily receive Holy Communion at least once per year, especially during the Easter season. More frequent reception, especially weekly during the Sunday Mass or even daily, is strongly encouraged. Only those in full communion with the Catholic Church may receive Holy Communion.
  
  It is expected that Catholics fast at least one hour prior to receiving Holy Communion (except for water and medicine) and are not conscious of committing grave sin. If you are aware of grave sin in your life, have been away from the Church, or have not attended Sunday Mass regularly, reception of the Sacrament of Reconciliation is advised before reception of Holy Communion.