• The Eucharist is the source and summit of the Christian life. The term “Eucharist” originates from the Greek word eucharistia, meaning thanksgiving.

  
  In the celebration of the Eucharist, bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit and the instrumentality of the priest. The whole Christ is truly present -- body, blood, soul, and divinity -- under the appearances of bread and wine, the glorified Christ who rose from the dead. This is what the Church means when she speaks of the "Real Presence" of Christ in the Eucharist.
  - USCCB
  
  At our Dover-Sherborn Catholic Collaborative, preparation for the sacrament of First Holy Communion is a two year program beginning in first grade. Please see the Faith Formation section for details.
  
  Adults interested in becoming Catholic are welcome to contact Fr. Bill for more information.