From the Eucharist comes strength to live the Christian life and zeal to share that life with others.” (St. John Paul II) Recognize in the bread what hung on the cross, and in the cup what flowed from his side. (St. Augustine) “The Eucharist is not a prize for the perfect but a powerful medicine and nourishment for the weak.”(Pope Francis) I clasp my hands, then kneel and pray on this, my first Communion Day. I ask you, Jesus, to watch me grow and teach me all that I need to know. Protect me daily, from all things bad, and fill my heart with all things glad. And if I ever lose my way, please guide me back when I kneel and pray. Amen