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Holy Communion

Is My Child Ready to Receive Holy Communion?

More than a generation ago many Lutheran congregations in North America began separating First Communion from Confirmation.  There are many factors to consider in determining when first communion is ready to be received, not only if they are in 2nd grade or higher but also, e.g., a child’s maturity, a child’s experience in the church, a child’s family as a supportive context for faith, discipleship and understanding, etc.

The following questions are provided to help you determine the readiness of your child to receive her or his first Holy Communion:
  • Has your child been baptized and is in 2nd grade or higher?
  • Is your child comfortable in various locations around the church, including the Bema, Ambo and Altar?
  • Is your child asking questions about Holy Communion?
  • Will your child extend his or her hands when asked to do so?
  • Does your child recognize the pastor(s) and seem to be able to interact enough with them to receive the elements (bread and wine)?
  • Is your child aware enough of others in the congregation and their needs to show a degree of respect for their communion experience?
  • Are you prepared to help make the process positive?
  • Are you prepared to continue to fulfill the promises you made at your child’s baptism to bring him or her regularly to the Lord’s Table?
Only the first question requires a "Yes" before your child can be considered ready to receive his or her first communion. Use the others to generate discussion and to plan, for child’s preparation to begin receiving the sacrament and the gifts it brings. 
First Holy Communion Registration Form

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Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church
100 E Schrock Road
Westerville, OH 43081
​Office Hours: 9am to 3:00pm M-Th
                        9am to noon     Fri
p. (614) 882-3026
e. ​office@grace43081.org

ministry partners

  • The NALC
  • NALCNetwork
  • Lutheran CORE
  • Faithwebbing.com
  • Lutherans for Life
  • LCMC-LM.Net

about us

Our mission is to reach out with the love of Jesus to grow disciples and serve our community. 
We envision Grace to be a welcoming Christ-centered community of faith, inviting all, growing in discipleship, sharing in ministries.

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  • Home
  • Our Church
    • About Us >
      • Our History
      • Our Worship >
        • Bulletins
        • Sermon Videos
        • Sermon Audio
        • Music @ Grace
        • Mission Connect
        • Drops from the Well
        • Holy Family Time
        • Lenten Worship Schedule
        • Grace FaceBook Community
      • Our Faith
      • Our Values
      • New Member Class Registration
  • Ministry
  • Giving
  • Community
    • Adult Learning
    • Sunday School
    • Is My Child Ready to Receive Holy Communion?
    • Youth & Family >
      • VBS at Grace
      • Youth & Family Activities
    • Messages from the Office
    • Voice of Grace Newsletter
    • Grace Calendar
    • NALC Devotions
    • RightNowMedia
    • Red Cross Blood Drive
  • Events
    • Facility Use Request Forms
    • Event Online Payment
    • Charter Organization Representative
  • Members
    • Directory
    • Audio Reports
    • EmailSignUp
  • Contact
    • Grace Staff