Prayer for a Child's First Holy Communion or Confirmation
First Holy Communion and Confirmation are milestones in a young Catholic's life: the first time receiving Jesus in the Eucharist, and the sealing with the Gift of the Holy Spirit. This prayer is for parents, godparents, and sponsors to pray in the weeks of preparation and on the day itself. Where you see N., say the child's name, and choose the words in parentheses that fit.
The Prayer
Lord Jesus Christ, You said, "Suffer the little children to come unto me." Today we bring to You our child, N., who is preparing to receive You in Holy Communion (or to be sealed with the Gift of the Holy Spirit in Confirmation). Thank You for the grace of Baptism, by which N. became a child of God and a member of Your Church. Now complete what You have begun. Prepare N.'s heart to welcome You with faith, reverence, and love. Let this day be not only a beautiful celebration but a true encounter with You, truly present in the Most Holy Sacrament and generous in pouring out Your Spirit. Holy Spirit, fill N. with Your sevenfold gifts: wisdom and understanding, counsel and fortitude, knowledge and piety, and holy fear of the Lord. Make N. a faithful friend of Jesus and a courageous witness to the faith. Let the grace of this sacrament bear fruit in a lifetime of prayer, frequent Confession and Communion, and generous love for others. Help us, as parents, godparents, and sponsors, to lead by example and to keep the promises we made. Holy Mary, Mother of the Church, St. Tarcisius, patron of first communicants, and N.'s patron saint, pray for N. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Suggested saints: St. Tarcisius and St. Pius X, the pope of early Communion; for Confirmation, the saint whose name the candidate has chosen.
See also: Prayer for Confirmation Candidates and Prayer Before Holy Communion.
About this prayer: This is an original prayer written for Daily Catholic Prayers. It is not a traditional text and is not attributed to any saint. You are welcome to pray it and share it.
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