First Holy Eucharist
Sunday mass times
St. Joseph:
•5:00PM Vigil (Saturday)
•8:30AM, 10:30AM, 5:00PM
Mary, Queen of Peace:
•5:00PM Vigil (Saturday)
•9:00AM, 11:00AM
Our Lady of Sorrows:
•5:00PM Vigil (Saturday)
•1:00PM
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Through participation in the Eucharist, we also participate in the Paschal Mystery of Christ, that is, in his dying and rising, which is made present for us in the Eucharistic sacrifice. This participation in the Paschal Mystery of Christ reaches its consummation when we receive his Body and Blood in Holy Communion. Christ’s victory and triumph over death is then made present in the lives of those who participate in the Eucharist.
Holy Communion increases our union with Christ. “Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood remains in me and I in him” (Jn 6:56). Communion with the Body of Christ preserves, increases, and renews the life of grace received at Baptism.
~from the United States Catholic Catechism for Adults | en español
First Sacraments Preparation - Year 1
Thursdays | 6 -7 pm | St. Carlo Acutis Room | Grades 1-3
Registration for 2026-27 formation year will be available July 1-August 31
As children begin their Sacrament Preparation journey with their parents, our first year of preparation is for those who are enrolled in a non-Catholic school and also for families that would like the added preparation of the 1st year program.
Sacramental preparation is a parent & child endeavor. The church recognizes parents as the primary educators of their children in their Catholic faith. This format reinforces this parental role through the partnership of the parent and child in each session.
In this first year, children come to understand the expression of God's love and mercy as we discuss Jesus, the Son of God, brought into the world to be our Savior through the power and working of the Holy Spirit. We will also introduce prayer and its importance as we learn foundational Catholic prayers. Finally, we will spend time exploring the Mass.
First Sacraments Preparation - Year 2
Mondays | 6-7 pm| Fr. McGirl Hall| Grades 2-5
Registration for 2026-27 formation year will be available July 1-August 31
Our First Sacraments program includes formation for the sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion. Children in grades 2-5 who were baptized in the Catholic Church are eligible to enroll.
Program Requirements:
Families are asked to submit their son/daughter's baptismal certificate if baptized in another parish. Due date: February 1, 2027.
One parent must accompany and participate with their child at all sessions.
Full participation is required. We ask that families do not miss more than 3 sessions.
Families should be active in the Catholic faith; attending Mass every Sunday and on Holy Days of Obligation.
Those not enrolled in Catholic Schools or Home-schooled in the Catholic Faith must complete Year 1 formation as a prerequisite.
For questions on either program, please contact Pastoral Assistant for Family and Youth Formation, Maureen Fellez at (425) 392-5516 ext. 226 or mfellez@sjcissaquah.org
The Eucharist is the source and summit of the Christian life. The term “Eucharist” originates from the Greek word eucharistia, meaning thanksgiving.