When it comes to religious milestones, the first Holy Communion is an important one in some Christian traditions. It usually happens when a child is around eight years old and in the springtime due to ...

A Catholic child will do different sacraments throughout their life as they continue to commit to their faith in Jesus Christ. After the baptism they receive as an infant, the next sacrament is their ...

DUBLIN (Reuters) - Irish Catholic children preparing for their first communion will be getting less in cash gifts this year, a survey has found, as the long-running tradition takes a hit from the ...

“What does it mean to receive Jesus in Holy Communion? It’s like Jesus is giving us a big hug, saying, ‘I love you so much. I want you to be close to me always,’” says Russell Pollitt, S.J., pastor of ...