First Communion Lessons

 
 

First Holy Communion

What is a First Communion Class? 

The First Communion class is to prepare children (7-8 yr old/2nd graders) to receive the Eucharist, the Body and Blood of Christ, for the first time by teaching them the major components of the Christian faith, helping them deepen their personal faith and piety, and teaching them about the sacrament.. 

Who should participate in the First Communion Class?

Any and all ages, but especially designed for 7+ year olds/2nd graders. 

How long is the class?

This class is 12 sessions in length, with accompanying worksheets, including a First Communion parent/student retreat. Each session runs 40-45 minutes. 

What will we cover in this class? 

Six Chief Parts of the Catechism 

  1. Baptism 

  2. Apostles’ Creed

  3. Lord’s Prayer

  4. Ten Commandments

  5. Confession 

  6. Lord’s Supper 

What is required to complete this class?

Memory Work:

  • Apostles’ Creed

  • Lord’s Prayer

  • 10 Commandments

    Work Sheets:

  • Weekly worksheet of 5-10 questions to be answered with the help of parents and the use of the Bible and Small Catechism. 

    Resources:

  • Bible 

  • Luther’s Small Catechism 

What is expected of the parents?

  • Because parents are the primary catechists of their children, we ask that one parent accompany their child to each class. We see First Communion instruction as a partnership with you in the discipleship process that God has entrusted to you. A parent’s participation is essential—not only by attending class, but also by helping their child with worksheets, memory work, and prayerfully discerning their readiness to receive the Eucharist. If a parent is unable to attend a regularly scheduled class, a make-up meeting will be arranged with the pastor..