Holy Eucharist

So rich is the mystery of the Eucharist that we have a number of terms to illumine its saving grace: the Breaking of the Bread; the Lord's Supper; the Eucharistic Assembly; the Memorial of Christ's Passion, Death, and Resurrection; the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, the Holy and Divine Liturgy; the Eucharistic Liturgy; Holy Communion; and Holy Mass (cf. CCC, nos. 1328-1332).

At Mass we recreate the Last Supper where Jesus brings is disciples together to break bread and drink of the cup that will become Jesus in the Most Precious Body and Blood at Mass.  Jesus left us this gift so that we might be physically and spiritually "fed" weekly, if not daily, to strengthen us for our work in the world.

If you are looking for First Holy Communion Information, please check our Youth Faith Formation Page. 

Low-Gluten Hosts
We have low-gluten hosts available at both St. Mary and St. Helen's for those who require it. (The Holy Mothers Collaborative uses the lowest gluten host currently made with .002% gluten. ) There is no such thing as a "no gluten" host in the Catholic tradition, to learn why that is click here.   To avail yourself of a low gluten host please identify yourself in the sacristy at least 15 minutes prior to the start of Mass so an Extraordinary Minister may assist you.  

Holy Communion for the Sick & Homebound
For Parishioners in the Hanover and Norwell area who cannot attend mass due to illness or physical incapacity, we have Extraordinary Ministers who can bring Holy Communion to you periodically. Please contact Jane Beal at rbjeb1981@verizon.net or call the parish office with your information so we can schedule someone to come out.