Admission of Children to Holy Communion

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Growing in faith and sharing in the life of the Church - At St Nicholas, we believe that children are an important part of the whole Church family. Baptism is not the end of a child's journey of faith, but the beginning of a lifelong relationship with God and his Church.

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Traditionally, the journey of Christian initiation in the Church of England has followed the pattern of Baptism, Confirmation and then admission to Holy Communion. At St Nicholas, we recognise that children can grow in their understanding and faith and can be welcomed to share in Holy Communion before Confirmation.

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We therefore offer preparation for baptised children from the age of 8 who wish to be admitted to Holy Communion.

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Our preparation sessions help children explore who Jesus is, what it means to be part of God's family, and why Christians gather around the table to share in Holy Communion. It is an opportunity for children to ask questions, grow in confidence and discover more about their faith.

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Admission to Holy Communion is an important step in a child's journey of faith and can lead naturally towards Confirmation from the age of 11 onwards.

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If your child has been baptised and you would like to find out more about admission to Holy Communion at St Nicholas, please contact Revd Rachel. She would be very happy to talk with you about the preparation and what is involved.