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Big Spring Road
Any youth of 5th grade age or above is encouraged by the church to
celebrate Holy Communion. The church believes that most youth of the 5th
grade age level are capable of understanding and expressing a faith
awareness appropriate to receive the sacrament of Holy Communion. While
a young person no longer must wait until he/she has been confirmed to
commune the decision to participate in this sacrament is to be made by
the parents and child.
Instruction: All pre-confirmed youth
must participate in an instructional program prior to receiving the
Eucharist. Classes are held yearly prior to Ash Wednesday. Materials are
provided for the classes. At least one parent of the youth is asked to
attend class sessions. Private instruction with the pastor may be
arranged. Youth who have already received instruction at an earlier age
from another church are welcome to the Lord’s Table.
Communion Date: The youth’s first
Communion is celebrated either on Ash Wednesday or at a Sunday Communion
Service during Lent.
Recognition: Flowers or other items to
be given first Communicants is at the discretion of the parents.
Reception: A reception honoring those
receiving Communion for the first time must be planned by the youths’
parents.
Pictures: The class will gather for
pictures. Individual or group pictures are the responsibility of
participating families.