Children and Communion

'The spiritual life of baptised children is enriched by the receiving of Holy Communion'

"Just as with adults, the spiritual life of baptised children is enriched by the receiving of Holy Communion and their sense of belonging is affirmed and encouraged. This has required churches to engage with the sacrament in new and different ways, to the enrichment of children and adults alike, as they journey in faith together."
The Archbishop of Canterbury Dr Rowan Williams

The Diocese of Truro has a policy of enabling children to take communion before confirmation on application for permission from the Bishop.

The Diocesan Children's Adviser is very willing to come and visit parishes to help them discuss and consider the issues involved.  The documents below are available in hardcopy from the Children's and Youth Office or simply click on the links below for more information.

Diocesan Framework For Admission of Children to Communion before Confirmation

Appendix One (a) Admission of Children to Holy Communion - a Checklist for Parishes

Appendix One (b) Admission of Baptised Persons to Holy Communion before Confirmation - Parish Application Form

Appendix Two (a) Did Children receive Communion in the past?

Appendix Two (b) Did Children receive Holy Communion in the Past? - an historical note by Revd Chris Probert

Appendix Three Children and Communion Resources available from the Children and Youth office on loan

Please call 01872 247211 or click here to send an email. Please make sure you select Children & Youth from the drop down menu on the contact us page.

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