First on First

        There are reasons why some things have to happen and why certain rules have to change.  The reasons may not always present immediately but when it do it helps one to widen more his or her way of thinking.

        I was emotional (not that I cried) but worry and inconvenience were the apt words to describe my feelings when I knew that the previous school of Z decided to change the communicants grade level.  Traditionally and based on experience it is in Grade 2 that the Holy Sacrament of Communion is to be received but they changed it to Grade 3.

        Since we moved out, the idea of Z receiving the First Holy Communion as a group was dismissed.  I did fear that Jack and I will not be able to execute what is expected of us as Catholic parents.  Good thing the fear is now a thing of the past.  I am so thankful for my Papa Lito and Mama Lucy for the help they have extended to us.  My Father has been our source and the ultimate mover and shaker for Z to have his Catechism and Confession yesterday.  Today at the Misa de Gallo, Z had his First Communion.  Thanks to Ms. Lory Angot as Zs' Catechist and Fr. Lito of Our Lady of the Nativity Parish in Canduman for allowing it to happen.  This is Ms. Lory's first time to arrange a special Holy Communion and this is also a first time for the Parish to hold a special Holy Communion request. 

        Z might have not celebrated it the traditional way but having done the tradition of receiving the 3rd Sacrament is what truly matters.  His journey as a Catholic still goes a long way and as parents it is our duty and responsibility to ensure guidance and observance of the Catholic traditions. 

Let us have a quick review ☺ on The Seven Sacraments of the Catholic Church:

1. Baptism
2. Penance or Reconciliation
3. Eucharist or Holy Communion
4. Confirmation
5. Matrimony
6. Holy Orders
7. Anointing of the Sick