The first communion is an important and holy day for Catholics. This religious ceremony is a rite of passage, wherein a person first receives the Eucharist. Much like birthdays or holidays, this is regarded as a special time in a person’s life, which calls for large family gatherings and parties.

 

“Happy First Communion?”

You may be left wondering what to give someone who had their first communion—do you hug them, give them a handshake, or applaud them?

First communions may not be like the other events you’re used to, but they follow the same standard operating procedure. All you have to do is give them a congratulation card to send well wishes, and that’s it!

Although this is a happy occasion, saying “Happy first communion” like “Happy birthday” or “Merry Christmas” doesn’t quite fit the bill. You can express your joy for them without including the word “happy.” However, you can still let them feel appreciated with a different choice of words.

Congratulations Are In Order—But How?

Whether you’ve been invited to the first communion or the celebration afterwards, you need to hand them a congratulations card to support them, even if you have no interest in it for yourself. So, what do you say on your card?

“Congratulations on your first…here’s to many more!” doesn’t sound quite right, does it?

How do you send them well wishes in a way that still suits the occasion? If you’re unsure what to give your loved one to celebrate their First Communion, our guide may give you an idea of what kind of card to send them.

 

Bible Verses

If you don’t know what to say, why not let the holy book speak for you? There are many quotes in the bible about first communions and the Catholic faith.

This is a simple yet meaningful way to congratulate them. Here are some of the best first communion messages you can include in your congratulations card to let them know how proud you are for their commitment to their religion:

 

  • “On the first day of the week, we came together to break bread. Paul spoke to the people and, because he intended to leave the next day, kept on talking until midnight.”

– Acts 20:7

  • “Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.”

– John 6:35

  • “You have been born anew, not from perishable but from imperishable seed, through the living and abiding word of God.”

– 1 Peter 1:23

  • “ This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.

– Psalm 118:24

  • “God is within her, she will not fall.”

– Psalm 46:5

 

Non-Religious Messages

If you’ve been invited to a First Communion celebration but are an atheist or have a different belief, you can still offer your congratulations without giving a religious message. These messages will still send a heartfelt message, just without the Catholic influence:

  • ” Sending you lots of love on this special day.”
  • “Congratulations as you celebrate your first holy communion!”
  • ” Wishing you lasting happiness, peace and joy.”
  • “I am proud and happy for you for reaching this milestone.”

 

Conclusion

The first communion is a special moment in a Catholic’s life that leads them closer to God. Since this is a solemn occasion, it’s best to include a message in your card that’s more on the serious side—perhaps less cheeky and more formal, but still with a touch of personality. Make sure that the congratulations card you give them will convey the right emotions for the occasion.

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