Eucharist

The Eucharist is the source and summit of the Christian life. The term “Eucharist” originates from the Greek word eucharistia, meaning thanksgiving.

In the celebration of the Eucharist, bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit and the instrumentality of the priest. The whole Christ is truly present—body, blood, soul, and divinity—under the appearances of bread and wine, the glorified Christ who rose from the dead. This is what the Church means when she speaks of the "Real Presence" of Christ in the Eucharist.

For children interested in receiving their First Holy Communion, we invite you to visit our Faith Formation page and register for preparation classes.

For adults who wish to receive Communion for the first time, we encourage you to explore our OCIA page to begin your journey toward full participation in the Eucharist.

The Eucharist is celebrated at every Mass, uniting us as a community in Christ’s presence and sacrifice. The Liturgy of the Eucharist is the heart of the Mass, where bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Christ. It begins with the Preparation of the Gifts, followed by the Eucharistic Prayer, during which the priest invokes the Holy Spirit and consecrates the elements. The Communion Rite then leads the faithful in receiving Christ, uniting them in His presence. The Eucharist is celebrated at every Mass—come and experience its grace!

While Eucharistic Adoration is not a sacrament, it is a sacred practice of worshiping Jesus Christ in the Blessed Sacrament. The consecrated Host is placed in a monstrance for silent prayer and reflection, allowing the faithful to spend time in Christ’s Real Presence outside of Mass. Adoration deepens one’s relationship with God through personal devotion, reverence, and quiet contemplation.

We invite you to join us for Eucharistic Adoration and experience the peace of Christ in prayer.