| e sacraments are holy events for any Roman | | | | within. For boys, a plain gold or silver cross, inscribed |
| Catholic, with Confirmation and First Communion being | | | | with the date of their Communion, can be a |
| two of the most sacred. First Communion is a glad | | | | wonderful reminder of the day, as well as your love |
| occasion, a celebratory time, as a child first takes in | | | | for them. If he's shy about wearing a necklace, the |
| the sacrament of the Eucharist. Because of the | | | | same style of cross can be worn on a thick bracelet |
| special nature of this time, choosing an appropriate | | | | chain or used as a key chain. |
| Communion gift should not be rushed, especially if | | | | Other special communion gifts include First |
| you're a non-Catholic celebrating with the Catholic | | | | Communion photo frames, personalized rosary |
| family. | | | | holders, figurines, Holy Communion chalices and much |
| Traditional Communion Gifts | | | | more. |
| To young Catholics, Communion is a dedication of | | | | Communion Gift Ideas |
| one's life to God and Christ. Traditional communion | | | | "Tradition" doesn't have to mean "common". Gifts |
| gifts are usually religious in nature, as a reminder to | | | | from the heart that memorialize this sacred event |
| the child of their commitment to the teachings of the | | | | can further deepen the child's commitment and |
| Roman Catholic Church and their belief in God and | | | | remind them of what a wonderful step First |
| Christ. Rosaries, bibles, prayer books, crosses, | | | | Communion is towards greater spiritual understanding. |
| crucifixes or lockets inscribed with a cross are quite | | | | Family bibles, a rosary that is special to you, a |
| common. Other traditional communion gifts can | | | | pendant that you've worn for years - things that |
| include sacramental charm bracelets and religious | | | | come with a history and are special to you will be |
| medals, but books that encourage the spiritual | | | | special to them. Should you choose to give a |
| growth of the child are also common. | | | | sentimental gift, remember that the story of the |
| Special Communion Gifts | | | | item is part of the gift, and give accordingly. |
| If you feel especially close to the First Communicant, | | | | The Last Resort |
| you may want to go beyond the traditional and give | | | | If you absolutely can't think of anything appropriate, |
| them something truly special. In this case, it's always | | | | money is always appreciated. Many times, First |
| a good idea to sit back for a moment before | | | | Communion dresses, suits and gatherings are quite |
| choosing the appropriate Communion gift. Think about | | | | expensive and may cause economic hardship. In |
| what kind of gift would emphasize the magnitude of | | | | cases such as these, the gift of money is truly |
| the day as well as commemorate your relationship. | | | | priceless. |
| Delicate cross earrings, pendants and bracelets can | | | | Choosing an appropriate Communion gift can be |
| be excellent gift ideas for girls. A small locket | | | | exciting, as you picture the look on the child's face at |
| inscribed with a cross or praying hands can be made | | | | receiving it. Follow your heart; the love you hold for |
| even more special with a picture of you and the child | | | | the child will shine through, no matter what the gift is. |