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When it's Father Hugo's turn to explain the Eucharist, he makes the connection between the Last Supper, the Mass, and
the clues the children found in the church during their earlier classes. However, Maria and Riley continue to struggle with
the Mystery.
Following an evening of family participation in Benediction and Adoration, Maria and Riley find their prayers are answered.
A miracle happens and the Mystery is solved. (Sorry, you have to read the book to discover how the Mystery is solved!)
Full of confidence and joy, Maria and Riley receive the Eucharist at their First Holy Communion.
Today
I Made My First Communion is a storybook, a reference book, and a memory book. The "Look in the Back of the
Book" reference section contains a rendered drawing of 'Our Church' and expands the understanding of prayers, the commandments,
and the 'Parts of the Mass'. The "Memories of My First Communion Day" section allows the First Communicant and his or her
family to personalize the book and create a lasting memory of this special day.
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Join Maria and Riley as they enter their church to begin First Communion classes. The children's anxiousness gives way to
curiosity and finally to confidence as they offer to help Father Hugo solve the Mystery of the Eucharist!
Although initially taken-back by this offer, Father Hugo deftly turns it into a teaching opportunity. He challenges the
children to look throughout the church for clues to solve the Mystery. Then he explains how the things they find point to
the Eucharist.
Other members of the parish staff get involved too! Deacon Paul helps the class with their prayers. Sister Mary Rose,
the music minister, invites them visit the choir loft and discover the importance of music. Their teacher, Ms. Kelly, brings
it all together as she explains the Mass to the children.
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