60+ First Communion Card Messages That Celebrate Faith

Are you looking for inspiration for what to write in a First Communion card? Look no further because we’ve compiled over 60 perfect card messages for girls, boys, and parents, along with encouraging quotes from the Bible. We'll also answer common questions about gift-giving for First Communion.

What to Write in a First Communion Card

Religious: Behold the Lord’s light that shines upon you on this very special day!
Non-Religious: We love you, and congratulations!
For Girls: Princess, I wish you happiness and health on this holy day of Communion.
For Boys: Wishing lots of joy to a special boy on the day of his First Holy Communion!

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Religious First Communion Card Messages

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Honor what Holy Communion means to the child celebrating. Acknowledge how important the ceremony is to their religious life. Mention the blessings of first taking communion and how it can bring the child closer to God. Look ahead to a deep spiritual life that will grow as the child grows up.
- Behold the Lord’s light that shines upon you on this very special day!
- What a joy that you are receiving the blessings of the Lord on your First Communion day.
- May you feel the warmth and comfort of the Lord’s love with you every day, everywhere, and all the time.
- The sacred day of your First Sacrament is here! May His love always remain with you!
- As you celebrate your First Communion today, remember that God’s love will always be there to comfort, guide, and love you.
- On your first day of Communion, know that Jesus loves you. Your family and friends do, too. We are proud of you.
- May you grow in the love of our Lord Jesus Christ. Congrats on your First Holy Communion day.^{[1]
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- Wishing you abundant blessings as you receive the body and blood of Christ for the first time. Congratulations!
- On your First Communion day, may you feel the peace of Christ filling your heart and the joy of His presence in your life. Congratulations, and God bless you!
- Congratulations on your First Communion! May the grace of this sacrament strengthen your faith and bring you closer to God every day.

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Non-Religious First Communion Card Messages

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Focus on how proud you are of the communicant. Demonstrate your excitement about their future and make sure they feel how deeply you wish only good things for their life. Be sincere with your hope that they continue to feel joy within themselves. Above all, send them congratulations on this very special day with many more to come.
- I can feel the beam of joy in your heart—you deserve it. Congratulations!
- Congratulations on your First Communion.
- We're so excited to see what the future holds for you.
- We love you, and congratulations!
- Wishing you a lifetime filled with joy.
- Our sincerest congratulations. First Communion is an enormous joy; sending you our best wishes.
- We hope that you are full of happiness as you celebrate your First Communion. You have reached a very special milestone and accomplishment, and I am so proud of you.
- May you always follow your heart and dreams in whatever you do.

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First Communion Card Messages for Girls

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Let a little girl know how much she deserves her Holy Communion. Express how blessed) she is to be taking part in this special day. Hope that her love for God only grows stronger in her heart. You can also show her how deeply you believe in her spiritual future.
- I am so proud of you. You are growing into a graceful and godly young lady. Just as you’re blessed with God’s love today, I know that your family is blessed by you daily.
- Princess, I wish you happiness and health on this holy day of Communion.
- To a special little girl on the day of her First Communion: May the Lord always be in your heart!
- Little girl, you are a wonderful person, and today you get closer to God. Happy First Communion!
- On this sacred day, may the peace of the Lord shine upon you and guide you in every step you take. Blessings on your First Communion, sweetheart.
- May the Holy Spirit be your constant companion, filling your life with wisdom, love, and compassion. Congratulations on your First Communion, precious girl.
- During your First Communion today and for every day to come, I pray you feel Heaven’s blessings as they shine upon you.
- Today, we celebrate the beginning of a new chapter in your life, sweet girl. May it be filled with joy and love.
- May your First Communion be a celebration of love, faith, and the endless possibilities that await you, my girl.

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First Communion Card Messages for Boys

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Let a boy know how much his Communion will mean for his future. Emphasize how this special day will be full of God’s love for him. It’s also the perfect opportunity to speak about his growing faith. State how you hope it’s the beginning of a journey where God will guide him throughout his life.
- Have a wonderful holy communion, and may you grow into a wonderful young man full of life.
- Wishing lots of joy to a special boy on the day of his First Holy Communion!
- May your First Holy Communion be a joyful celebration of God's love and a testament to your growing faith. Congratulations, dear boy!
- May the grace of this sacrament touch your heart, and may you always find solace in the embrace of Jesus Christ. Happy First Communion, young man.
- May the Holy Spirit fill your heart with wisdom, courage, and unwavering faith as you partake in the sacrament of First Communion. Congratulations, little hero.
- On this holy occasion, may you find peace and solace in the arms of our Lord, and may His love always illuminate your path. Happy First Holy Communion to a very special boy.
- May the joy and peace of the Lord fill your heart, and may His divine light guide you in every step you take. Happy First Communion, dear son.
- Wishing you a blessed First Communion and a future filled with growth and understanding, beautiful boy.
- To a sweet little guy: Today, you take a special step in your faith. May you always feel God's presence in your life.

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First Communion Card Messages for Family

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Concentrate on the familial bonds that grow stronger on Communion day. Send your blessings not just to the child celebrating Holy Communion but to their whole family as well. Share in their pride about their child’s dedication to their faith and wish for a future full of meaning. Speak about God’s love touching their family, especially the child taking part in Communion.
- Sending blessings for a special child on the day of their First Communion! May God bless you and your family!
- May the blessing of the Lord Jesus continue to bless the wonderful young man you all love and cherish.
- We are so happy to share this special moment with such a loving, devoted family.
- I hope you all know that you will be filled with God's love for your family for all the days to come.
- May God bless you and your family as you celebrate this special day.
- Dearest ones: Your First Holy Communion is a moment of great pride for your family. We love you all so much.
- As you witness your child's First Communion, may you be filled with the hope and promise of God's love.

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First Communion Card Religious Quotes

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Call on religious quotes that honor the Communion tradition. Use spiritually minded words and ideas that celebrate a connection with God through Holy Communion. These curated words are wonderful ways to share your blessings with those celebrating on the day. They’ll stay with the little boy or girl as they grow older and more deeply rooted in their faith.
- May God be beside you on this very special day, and forever love and guide you as you go along the path of your life.
- May you always know the peace of Jesus, the light of His love, and the joy of His life within yours.
- May the happiness of this celebration continue as you begin to grow into a new life in Christ.
- We do not go to Holy Communion because we are good; we go to become good.
- God’s love will always be there to comfort you, guide you, and bless you.
- May Jesus bless you and keep you as you receive Him in your heart.
- Grow in the grace and knowledge of the Lord.

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First Communion Card Bible Verses

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Touch their hearts with meaningful Bible verses that honor faith. These verses celebrate ways to rejoice in God and send blessings that center around religious belief. Those reading them can take the spiritual ideas to heart as they participate in Holy Communion. You can also memorialize the words in a keepsake gift that they’ll cherish for years to come.
- “Blessed is she who believed the Lord would fulfill His promises to her.” — Luke 1:45
- “Let all that you do be done in love.” — 1 Corinthians 16:14
- “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” — Joshua 1:9
- “This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” — Psalm 118:24^{[2]
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- “And they devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers.” — Acts 2:42
- “For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord's death until he comes.” — 1 Corinthians 11:26
- “And he took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to them, saying, “This is my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.” And likewise the cup after they had eaten, saying, “This cup that is poured out for you is the new covenant in my blood.” — Luke 22:19-20^{[3]
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First Communion Card Blessings & Prayers

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Share longer prayers meant to honor the Holy Communion tradition. These short blessings ask for God to remain with the child on their Communion day and beyond. They are a reminder to celebrate the glory of God within the child’s religious life. The communicant can say these prayers whenever they feel a spiritual need to ask for God’s protection or mercy.
- Angel of God
  Angel of God, my guardian dear,
  To whom God's love commits me here,
  Ever this day, be at my side,
  To light and guard, Rule and guide.
  Amen
- Glory
  Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit,
  as it was in the beginning,
  is now and ever shall be,
  world without end.
  Amen.
- Fatima Prayer
  O my Jesus, forgive us our sins,
  save us from the fires of hell, and lead all souls to heaven,
  especially those in most need of Thy mercy. Amen
- Prayer for the Bread of Communion
  Eternal God, we ask you in the name of your Son, Jesus Christ, to bless and sanctify this bread to the souls of all those who receive it. That they may eat in remembrance of the body of your Son, and witness to you, O God. That they are willing to take upon them the name of your Son, and always remember Him, and keep the commandments which He's given them. That they may always have His Spirit to be with them. Amen.
- Prayer for the Wine of Communion
  Holy God, we ask you in the name of your Son Jesus Christ, to bless and sanctify this wine to the souls of all those who receive it. That they may drink in remembrance of the blood of the Lord which was shed for them. That they may witness to you, O God, that they do always remember Him, that they may have His Spirit to be with them. Amen.
- Prayer for After Communion
  O Lord God, eternal Father, we praise and thank you for your grace that through your Son Jesus Christ, you established this supper in which we eat His body and drink His blood. By your Holy Spirit, help us to use this gift: to confess and forsake our sins, to confidently believe that we're forgiven through Christ, and to grow in faith and love day by day, until we come at last to the joy of eternal salvation through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord. Amen.^{[4]
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What to Give as a First Communion Gift

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Monetary Gifts: The average amount of money you should give to a child for their First Communion is between $20 and $50. People tend to give towards the top of the gift range when it’s their child or a direct family member, while others give closer to the bottom range when it’s a friend or neighbor’s child. You can place the money in a First Communion card; money cards include a pocket where you can safely place cash inside. ^{[5]
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Other First Communion Gifts: Popular First Communion gifts include religious keepsakes that can symbolize how special the day is; they include figurines, communion books, and wall crosses with personalized inspirational inscriptions. Girls receiving their Holy Communion will cherish a unique piece of jewelry, like a necklace, earrings, or a bracelet. Both boys and girls can enjoy their First Communion rosary and a keepsake box to keep it safe.

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First Communion Card Messages FAQs

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What do you say to a child for First Communion? On a child’s First Communion day, congratulate them on this achievement in their religious life. Focus on how proud you are of them and what they’ve accomplished. Recognize the importance of how special the celebration is for them as they grow older so they know they have friends and family that support their journey.^{[6]
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What is the significance of Holy Communion for a child? A child’s First Communion is celebrated when they are between 7 and 8 years old. In the Catholic church, it represents the first time they take Communion or receive the Eucharist; the Eucharist describes eating bread that symbolizes the body of Jesus and drinking wine that symbolizes his blood. Receiving the Eucharist means asking forgiveness for sins, learning to be holy, and bringing the celebrant closer to God.^{[7]
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How does a child prepare for First Communion? Children typically attend religious education classes as part of their journey toward their First Communion. Spiritual teachings focus on the significance of the Eucharist during Mass and how it helps bring a child closer to God. Children are also expected to wear a First Communion dress for girls and a suit for boys. It’s possible to rehearse parts of the Communion so the child feels comfortable about the big day, and make sure they know what an important milestone receiving their First Communion is.^{[8]
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