The Holy Eucharist is Jesus Christ present in His Church.

It is the central act of worship for Catholics. In the Eucharist, Christ is most profoundly present in the Church, which gathers to hear the Word of God and to share the nourishment of Christ’s Body with on another. Eucharist is celebrated by the entire community at all mass times. Eucharist is also celebrated daily.

First Eucharist

The celebration of First Eucharist is traditionally celebrated in the Spring of second grade in conjunction with First Reconciliation. Formal instruction in the faith is recommended. Both children and parents participate in the preparation provided for by the Religious Education Staff. Questions regarding the preparation of this sacrament for second graders in the faith formation program and parishioners of St. Joseph Catholic Parish can be directed to Elizabeth Schriever, our Director of Faith Formation at 651-437-3526 or elizabethm@stjosephmiesville.com.

OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults)

For adults joining and returning to the faith, instruction concerning this Sacrament can be arranged through the OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults) program. Please contact Matt Belford at 651-437-3526 (ext, 16) or mbelford@stjosephmiesville.com.

OCIC (Order of Christian Initiation for Children)

For children older than the second grade who have not made their First Communion, St. Joseph Catholic Parish provides special instruction concerning this Sacrament: OCIC (Order of Christian Initiation for Children). Please contact Elizabeth Schriever.