Communion is the third sacrament a child will receive, after Baptism and Reconciliation. Communion allows a child to participate more deeply in the Catholic liturgy in that they can receive the Body and Blood of Jesus in the form of bread.
In order to receive First Communion both the child and caregivers are required to attend four preparation sessions. The next sessons are held on March 30, April 6, and April 27 right after the Sunday, 10 am Mass inside the church and April 30 at 6.30 pm. in the church. Each session is about 50 minutes long. Parent(s) are expected to stay with their child for the sessions. Attendance at the Mass is important.
Celebration of First Communion will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at the 5 pm. Mass and on Sunday, May 4, 2025 at the 10 am. Mass.
To Register:
Download and complete the following form, then either return it to the church or email to Shirley Hyshka at St. Philip Neri Parish ( or )
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Complete the following online form:
PLEASE NOTE:
Baptism certificate information: A copy of the certificate is required and it can be sent by email to Shirley Hyshka, pastoral associate, at or or please drop off the copy at the main office during office hours (office hours are 9:00 am to noon and 1:00 to 4:00 pm.).
Materials: There are materials for the parent and also for the child clearly marked. If you have any questions, please contact Shirley at the parish, 306 343 0325 or email her at the email addresses above. Once you have registered, then the materials for First Communion will be prepared and available at the first session. Payment for Materials: There is a $30.00 fee for each Sacrament that will cover printing costs, etc. and that can be paid a few different ways. We accept cheques made out to St. Philip Neri parish, or you could come by the parish and pay in person during office hours and receive a receipt, or you could pay by etransfer to and indicate who the payment is for and also what it is for in the space provided.