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First Eucharist

Eucharist means ‘thanksgiving.’ In fact this is the term chosen by the early Christians to translate into Greek the Hebrew work for ‘blessing.’ The Holy Eucharist refers to Christ’s body and blood present in the consecrated bread and wine. We give thanks to God for providing the Holy Eucharist to feed and nourish the soul.

What is the Sacrament of Eucharist?

The Eucharist is one of the Sacraments of Initiation (along with Baptism and Confirmation). Often called “Communion,” the Eucharist is the very source of our entire lives as Catholics. We say that because the Eucharist really is the body, blood, soul, and divinity of Jesus Christ; it is not just a symbol. In the Sacrament, the very essence or substance of the bread and wine is completely changed. Because the Eucharist is Christ Himself, we say that the Eucharist is “the source and summit” of the Christian life.

You may also be interested in:

  • Becoming Catholic (RCIA): For adults looking to receive the Eucharist for the first time.
  • First Holy Communion: For children looking to receive the Eucharist for the first time.

Coordinators

  • Fr. Mark Villano, CSP (Associate Pastor & RCIA Coordinator)
  • 2nd Grade Teachers for students enrolled at Saint Paul the Apostle Catholic School
  • Michelle O’Donnell (Director of Religious Education for Children)

Who to contact

Jane Smith

Children's Liturgy of the Word Coordinator

310-394-0835

shirleybianco@gmail.com

Jane Smith

Children's Liturgy of the Word Coordinator

310-394-0835

shirleybianco@gmail.com

What is the Sacrament of Eucharist?

The Eucharist is one of the Sacraments of Initiation (along with Baptism and Confirmation). Often called “Communion,” the Eucharist is the very source of our entire lives as Catholics. We say that because the Eucharist really is the body, blood, soul, and divinity of Jesus Christ; it is not just a symbol. In the Sacrament, the very essence or substance of the bread and wine is completely changed. Because the Eucharist is Christ Himself, we say that the Eucharist is “the source and summit” of the Christian life.

You may also be interested in:

  • Becoming Catholic (RCIA): For adults looking to receive the Eucharist for the first time.
  • First Holy Communion: For children looking to receive the Eucharist for the first time.

Coordinators

  • Fr. Mark Villano, CSP (Associate Pastor & RCIA Coordinator)
  • 2nd Grade Teachers for students enrolled at Saint Paul the Apostle Catholic School
  • Michelle O’Donnell (Director of Religious Education for Children)

Contact

Fr. Mark Villano, C.S.P.

Associate Pastor & OCIA/Adult Confirmation Coordinator

424-832-5155

mvillano@sp-apostle.org

Michelle O’Donnell

Director of Religious Education for Children

424-832-5154

modonnell@sp-apostle.org