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in Bible· Elementary· First Holy Communion· Mom Helps· Unit study resources

First Holy Communion Preparation and Printables by Angie Kauffman

As Roman Catholics, First Communion is a monumental step in the faith life of a child. As parents we want to do our best to help our children understand the Sacrament of Holy Communion and prepare them for it. We want their first time receiving to be special, an experience that stays with them their whole life, upon which they can build their relationship with Jesus. Sometimes it’s difficult as a parent to know where to begin. Communion is a challenging faith concept. We need good resources that support and aid us in helping them in draw near to Christ through the reception of the holy gift of Communion.

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 Angie Kauffman’s e-Book First Holy Communion Preparation and Printables is simple and consistent with the faith. In addition, it is parent oriented.  By that I mean that you don’t have to be a trained Catechist to use what it contains. It gives parents a place to begin discussion and guidance for this special faith event. Parents can feel comfortable drawing on their own experience while being aided by many ideas, crafts, projects, and practical materials such as First Communion invitations.

Here’s what is included:

  • Basic prayers to know for First Communion and Reconciliation ( A few forms of Act of Contrition- This was very helpful.)
  • Importance of receiving communion ( I used this portion as a review for my child and to initiate discussion.)
  • 30 Family activity ideas
  • Instructions for Making a First Communion Banner
  • Examples of First Communion Banners
  • First Communion Resources– A wonderful section that gives you numerous links to resources for First Communion Parties, Crafts, Games, Lessons, Worksheets, Color Pages, Attire, Invitations, and more. It even includes a few supportive links for parents who have children with special needs.
  • 24 pages of printable First Communion banner patterns

 

The printable patterns make your child's First Communion banner easy to make and a success.

The printable patterns make your child’s First Communion banner easy to make and the result a success.

The First Communion printable patterns in this resource are so beneficial! I know I will use them for years to come for many Catholic projects in our homeschool.  Shapes included: Dove, Chalice, Cross, Grapes, Heart, 10 Commandments, Host, Wheat, Bible, Candles, Stained Glass Window, Chi Rho symbol, Monstrance, Rainbow, Sun, Church, Angel, Fish, Flower, and Alpha & Omega.

Here’s an example what a pattern page looks like:

Chi Rho printable pattern page for First Communion Banners

Chi Rho printable pattern page for First Communion Banners

Others ways this resource can be used:

One of the really nice features about this book is that you can use it beyond First Holy Communion and for your younger children when it’s their time. As a homeschooler, your investment will last for years through the printables and activities. We used this book as a review and to guide us in some projects and discussion on the Blessed Sacrament. I really liked that it included a few different versions of the act of contrition which we had been looking for. We also made an Adoration Bag for my son to bring with him to adoration from the patterns and we plan to make a banner for our homeschool room. The banner patterns can be used in numerous ways for many Catholic crafts and projects through out the year.

We used the patterns to make this bag to take to Eucharistic Adoration.

We used the patterns to make this bag to take to Eucharistic Adoration.

Where to buy First Holy Communion Preparation and Printables:

First Holy Communion Preparation and Printables is available from Many Little Blessings for $5.50. It’s a wonderful price for all the activity links, banner instructions, party suggestions and resources, and educational resources not to mention all the wonderful banner patterns! Another way that you can use this e-book is as a resource with a group, such as a CCD class, children’s church, or for other parish activities. It’s is available for group license as follows:

  • Average Group Use: 12 or Fewer Children per Academic Year – $15.00
  • Average Group Use: 13 – 25 Children per Academic Year – $25.00
  • Average Group Use: 26 – 50 Children per Academic Year – $40.00
  • Average Group Use: 51 – 75 Children per Academic Year – $60.00
  • Average Group Use: 76 – 100 Children per Academic Year – $85.00
  • Average Group Use: 101+ Children per Academic Year – $100.00

While remaining easy to use, this resource still gets to the heart of such an important sacrament. Whether you homeschool or not, this is the perfect Catholic resource for parents who want to get involved in preparing their child for First Holy Communion.

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Written by Stephanie Harrington, a Catholic homeschooling military spouse…blogs @ Harrington Harmonies and Nature Notebook. You can follow her on Facebook and Twitter.

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Stephanie was a military spouse for 20 years and has homeschooled for more than 20 years. She and her husband of 25 years retired from the military and settled back home to their native state of Iowa where they continue to homeschool their youngest child. Her homeschool style is eclectic with Charlotte Mason and classical influences. When she isn't teaching, writing or moving she enjoys sightseeing, gardening, and cooking.

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Comments

  1. Mattie NElson says

    March 8, 2013 at 9:57 am

    It sounds like a great one stop shop for a busy mom 🙂

    Reply
    • Stephanie says

      March 9, 2013 at 9:01 am

      It would be great for busy moms! It’s not too overwhelming but still full of many resources!

      Reply
  2. Samantha Lehmann says

    March 8, 2013 at 11:11 am

    I think Angie has such an inspirational mission. Her stuff is great! I need something new to prepare my son for his First Holy Communion. What I used with my girls is just not working for him and our homeschool group could always use a good catechetical reference to buy!

    Reply
    • Stephanie says

      March 9, 2013 at 9:02 am

      You really can’t loose with this resource, because of the printables it’s value in unending!

      Reply
  3. BunnyMomRocks says

    March 8, 2013 at 11:12 am

    This sounds wonderful! My oldest child will be preparing for First Communion next year and this would be an excellent aide for us to use. I was starting to worry about this and it is a relief to see such an excellent product out there.

    Reply
    • Stephanie says

      March 9, 2013 at 9:04 am

      Yes, I really loved the banner info too! It will come in handy and this resource would take out the worry. She covers all the bases.

      Reply
  4. Mary Ann Manson says

    March 8, 2013 at 8:13 pm

    My oldest daughter is preparing for her First Holy.Communion and we are homeschooling CCD. What a fantastic resource!

    Reply
    • Stephanie says

      March 9, 2013 at 9:05 am

      You will be able to use this source for First Communion as well as homeschooling. I used it and am continuing to use it in our homeschool!

      Reply
  5. Maggie says

    March 8, 2013 at 9:39 pm

    It looks like a lot of great resources that go far beyond traditional PRE classes. I might learn a few things as well!

    Reply
    • Stephanie says

      March 9, 2013 at 9:11 am

      I always learn right along with my son!

      Reply

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