Source: Catechism of the Catholic Church, nos. 1325-26, 1332.
Children who are currently in the second grade and have received the Sacrament of Reconciliation, may prepare to celebrate the Sacrament of Eucharist for the first time.
Formation to receive the Eucharist for the first time is offered within OLV's elementary school curriculum or through the weekly religious education class, along with family support.
Before children may receive the sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist for the first time at Our Lady of Victory, they must:
For questions regarding Sacrament preparation, please contact the Faith Formation Office at (248) 349-2559.
My Jesus, I believe that you are present in the Most Holy Sacrament.
I love you above all things and I desire to receive you in my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment receive you sacramentally,
Come at least spiritually into my heart.
I embrace you as if you were already there and unite myself wholly to you.
Never permit me to be separated from you. Amen.