The Eucharist is the “source and summit of the Christian life.” The other sacraments, and indeed all ecclesiastical ministries and works of the apostolate, are bound up with the Eucharist and are oriented toward it.  For in the blessed Eucharist is contained the whole spiritual good of the Church, namely Christ himself, our Pasch." CCC 1324.

Jesus instituted the Holy Eucharist at the Last Supper while celebrating the Passover meal with his apostles. The gift of the Holy Eucharist makes Jesus present to us today and every day.

He did not abandon us, rather he gave us the Church in whose authority priests and bishops consecrate the unleavened bread and wine at the Mass by which it becomes the body, blood, soul and divinity of Jesus.

Through this miracle the same Jesus who was crucified and rose from the dead may be received by Catholics today. 

The grace of this sacrament provides food for the soul to strengthen and nourish the faithful as they seek greater union with Christ in their daily life. 

Family Catechesis for First Communion and First Reconciliation is a two-year program. To enroll your children in the program you must be Tracy or Mountain House residents, and be registered as a parishioner.