Meet the Gentle Jesus: First Communion Program
Children get to know the gentle Jesus while they learn about the Mass and prepare for their first Holy Communion. Written in the engaging pastoral style of the Redemptorists, Liguori Publications’ new First Eucharist program introduces the sacrament in ways that will inspire youngsters to take the lifelong journey of knowing and loving Jesus.
Liguori is proud to help fulfill Pope Francis’ call to teach children to “enter into communion with others” with this colorful new sacrament preparation program. At the close of each lesson, children are asked to carry to their community what they’ve learned in class, becoming the missionary disciples the Pope wants us to be.
Meet the Gentle Jesus: First Communion—a complete curriculum—features a book for the child, a catechist guide, a family guide, a DVD about Holy Communion, and a booklet about the Mass for the child.
Liguori Publications’ Meet the Gentle Jesus: First Communion program was reviewed by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) and found to be in conformity with the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
Praise for Meet the Gentle Jesus, First Communion
“Meet the Gentle Jesus is an impressive program that supports parishes, families, and catechists as they seek to prepare children for their first Communion. The program consists of several resources: a family guide, a catechist guide, and a children’s book. Supplementing the resources are a first Communion DVD and a children’s Mass booklet.
“The Meet the Gentle Jesus: First Communion program strengthens families in their relationship with Jesus Christ and supports parents as the first catechists of their own children. The program encourages the parish catechist to enthusiastically share his or her faith and love of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. Start here and start now. Your collaboration and dedication will bring children, families, and parishioners to the eucharistic table and help build a vibrant worshiping community.” —Barbara Yoffie, Director of Religious Education
