Holy Communion

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First Holy Communion is one of the seven sacraments of the Catholic faith and is usually celebrated when children are between the ages of seven and eight.

From BBC • Jan. 22, 2026

For the past two decades, he had been unable to receive Holy Communion, a rite the church considers the central sacred component of its worship services, from his own parish.

From Slate • Oct. 2, 2025

In 2017, the priest assisted with the couple’s Holy Communion and confirmation; when he’s not traveling with them, he stays in touch via the Meta platform Messenger.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 19, 2024

Two years later Burke joined three other conservative cardinals in asking Francis to explain why he decided to let remarried Catholics receive Holy Communion.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 27, 2021

Dad says, Shush, that’s Holy Communion, the body and blood of Our Lord.

From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt