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Eucharist


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Sharing in the body and blood of the Lord at Mass (Eucharist) for the first time, what is often referred to as First Communion, is the climax of the initiation process begun at Baptism. Eating and drinking with the rest of the community at the Table of the Lord is a sign of belonging fully to that community.

The three Sacraments of Initiation – Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist – welcome the individual into a new life as a fully-initiated Catholic.
 
In the Cathedral Parish
  • Young people normally make their First Communion in the year they turn 10 years old, or Year 4 at school.  This is preceded by preparation sessions for parents and children.
  • Prior to the reception of First Communion, all young people who are preparing for the sacrament participate in a reconciliation process call the Celebration of God’s Mercy so that they are prepared to receive Jesus in First Communion.
  • First Communion normally happens around the Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi).
  • Adults who have been baptised and who wish to be initiated fully into the Church normally engage through a process called the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults.  Please refer to the RCIA process in this section of the website. 

​Contact the Cathedral Office for further information and bookings.

​SACRAMENTS & RITES
  • Baptism
  • Confirmation
  • ​Penance
  • Marriage
  • Holy Orders
  • Anointing of the Sick
  • Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
  • Funerals
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The Cathedral of St Stephen, Brisbane

Most Rev Mark Coleridge - Archbishop of Brisbane
​Very Rev. Fr Anthony Mellor - Dean
249 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane   QLD   4000  Australia
​Office Hours:  8:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday
​email:  cathedral@bne.catholic.net.au

Tel: (07) 3324 3030
Int: +61 7 3324 3030
Mass Info: (07) 3324 3011
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The Cathedral car park is available on weekends for members of the public attending Mass or other ceremonies, eg, baptisms , weddings.   The car park will close 30mins after the conclusion of the Mass  or ceremony.
  • HOME
  • ABOUT
    • Welcome
    • Mission Statement
    • History
    • The Saints of our Parish
    • THE PRECINCT >
      • St Stephen's Cathedral
      • St Stephen's Chapel
      • St Patrick's Church
      • Francis Rush Centre
      • Works of Art
    • Safeguarding
    • Leadership & Staff
    • St Patrick's Church, Fortitude Valley
  • COMMUNITY
    • Pastoral & Finance Councils
    • Cathedral Guides & Welcomers
    • MUSIC >
      • Music Department
      • Staff (Music)
      • Service Music
      • Cathedral Choir
      • Schola
      • Chorale
      • The Organs
      • Support the Music
    • Young Adult Ministry
    • Cathedral of St Stephen Art Group (COSSAG)
    • St Vincent de Paul Society - Cathedral Conference
    • Liturgical & Other Ministries
  • MASS & RECONCILIATION
    • Mass Intentions
  • SACRAMENTS
    • Baptism
    • Confirmation
    • Eucharist
    • Penance
    • Marriage
    • Holy Orders
    • Anointing of the Sick
    • RCIA
    • Funerals
  • NEWS & CALENDAR
    • Newsletters and Prayer Sheets
    • Resources for Prayer At Home
    • Parish Calendar
    • Concert Series
    • For the Common Good
    • 150 Year Anniversary
  • CONTACTS & LINKS
    • Contact Details & Location
    • Forms & Downloads
    • Payments & Donations
    • Archdiocese of Brisbane
    • Other Queensland Dioceses
    • The Vatican
    • Policies & Disclaimers
    • Australian Catholic Bishops' Conference
    • Centacare Brisbane
  • STAY CONNECTED