My First Holy Communion: Prayers for a Lifetime

Need a gift for First Communion? The perfect gift for every child on this most important occasion!

This beautiful book explains the importance of First Communion in language for kids ages 7-9. It includes a variety of blessings and Scripture, and will be welcomed not only as a memento of a special day, but also as an encouragement to grow into maturity as a Christian.

In My First Holy Communion, Sophie Piper provides a treasure of opportunities to gain and appreciate a deeper understanding of the Eucharist. Poetry and prayer are her tools. Softly rendered illustrations by Angelo Ruta accompany pieces such as "The Right Path", "Each New Day", and "Faith, Hope and Love". The 32-page hardcover book measures 5-3/4 inches by 7 inches. Give this elegantly rendered book as a gift for a first Holy Communion. Make sure to utilize the First Holy Communion highlights page to personalize this lovely gift.

Includes:

• Jacketed Hardcover
• Ribbon Marker;
• Record of Sacraments page
• Fill-in Dedication Page
• Space for Photo

​This collection of prayers, scriptures, and blessings is a beautiful gift for a child on the occasion of their First Communion. Readings touch on the themes of praising God, remembering baptism, coming to confession, taking part in Holy Communion, and living a Christian life. This fully illustrated keepsake book includes a fill-in dedication page to personalize, and space for a photo to commemorate this special event.

With color illustrations and textual simplicity to appeal to children, and the charm and respectfulness to appeal to adults, this special keepsake concludes with a section of loving and reassuring blessings that will be welcomed not only as a memento of a special day, but as an encouragement to continue to grow as a Christian in the family of God.

Author: Sophie Piper

Publisher: Paraclete Press (MA)

Publication Date: Mar 01, 2010

Number of Pages: 64 pages

Binding: Hardback or Cased Book

ISBN-10: 1557256969

ISBN-13: 9781557256966