Planning your child’s First Communion can be a big and stressful job. Here is a thorough timeline and checklist that can help you get ready. This will help make sure that everything goes smoothly and without any stress.
12 Months Before:
- Choose a date: Talk to your church about the date. This is very important because it will affect all plans.
- Make a list of guests: Figure out how big of a venue you will need by guessing how many people you will call.
6 Months Before:
- Reserve the Space: Find a place for the gathering that fits the number of guests and the style you want.
- Bring in caterers: If the place doesn’t provide food, bring in caterers from outside the venue. Think about dietary needs and tastes.
- Pick a theme: Pick a theme that will make the event unique and fun to remember.
4 Months Before:
- Send out invitations: Make invites and order them. Make sure they show how serious the ceremony is and how happy the party is.
- Look for Clothes: Get your child’s First Communion outfit or plan to rent one. Give yourself time to make any changes that are needed.
- Hire a Photographer: Hire a camera to record the important parts of the 6 3 Months Before:
- Ask People to Come: Send out your invitations by mail so that guests have plenty of time to respond and make trip plans if needed.
- Plan your decorations: Shop for decorations or hire a designer based on your theme.
- Pick out party favors: Choose thoughtful favors to say thanks to your guests for coming.
2 Months Before:
- Confirm RSVPs: Start confirming who will be there so that you can change your plans.
- Set up transportation: Set up any transportation that guests, the church, and the place may need.
- Set the menu: Set the menu and dietary needs for good: Set the menu with your caterers after you check the number of guests and any dietary needs.
1 Month Before:
- Final Fitting for Attire: Make sure the communion outfit fits perfectly; make any last-minute changes if necessary.
- Put together a plan: Write down the events that will happen that day, such as when the ceremony, meals, and any speeches or acts will occur.
- Check with Vendors: Make reservations again with all sellers to avoid surprises at the last minute.
1 Week Before:
- Pack a Day-of Bag: Put together a bag with things your child will need, like extra clothes, snacks, and water.
- Set up the place: Set up or schedule a time to decorate the day before the event.
- Rest and Think: Talk about how important their First Communion is with them during some quiet time.
You’ll be ready to celebrate this important event in your child’s spiritual life with peace and joy if you follow this schedule and checklist.
