A conversation with my parish priest reminds me of the difficulties the Church faces with baptisms, weddings and Holy Communion
Topic: First Holy Communion
Debate: Are we leaving Confirmation too late?
Should the Church revert to confirming children before they receive First Holy Communion? Or would that lead to a diminished understanding of the faith?
Archbishop puts Confirmation before Communion
Archbishop Kelly of Liverpool has reversed the usual order of sacraments in his diocese
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Debate: Should the age for first Holy Communion be lowered?
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Vatican official suggests lowering age of first Holy Communion
Cardinal Cañizares says there is a case for Communion before the age of seven







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