First Communion Date

 

Parish of Portlaw & Ballyduff

Co. Waterford

 

Fr. Richard O’Halloran PP,

Parochial House,

Portlaw,

Co. Waterford.

 

May 11^th 2021

 

Dear Parent(s) / Guardian(s),

I hope that this letter finds you and your families well in these extraordinary and difficult times. The last year has proven challenging but as a community and society we have risen to the challenges and have shown our best in many ways. The promised light at the end of the tunnel is increasing in brightness and long may that continue.

At a recent meeting of diocesan clergy, it has been decided that the Sacraments of Confirmation and Communion will not be celebrated in any Parish within the Diocese of Waterford & Lismore until the month of July, Government and Health Guidelines permitting.

Therefore, the celebration of First Communion for pupils of Second Class in Portlaw Primary School will take place on Friday, July 9^th 2021 at 10.00am. Each child receiving their  Communion will be allowed two adults to be in attendance with them.

I am very grateful to our Teachers and Principal who have done great work with our young people in preparation for this Sacrament and who will be attending these celebrations during school holidays. Their commitment to their pupils, our families and this Parish is not passing unnoticed or unappreciated.

In preparation for this joyful, religious occasion which you wish to participate in, I would ask that you join with your Parish community over the next months at Mass, as we explore and celebrate our faith together. Communion is a beautiful moment where we step closer to Christ by celebrating the gift of the Eucharist, His body, which He left us as a memorial of Him. It is a gift only received at Mass. Obviously, as you join with your child in preparing for this Sacrament, together with them you would attend the very celebration that they are preparing for, to familiarise themselves with the setting and the celebration. We look forward to your presence in your community of faith over the next weeks and beyond. Mass is celebrated on Saturdays at 11.30am & 6.00pm and on Sundays at 11.00am. See you there!

 

May the Lord grant you all good health and strength in these times.

Blessings and Peace.

 

Fr. Richard O’Halloran PP