First Holy Communion Celebrated at St. Joseph Church

Second grade students mark religious milestone in Marksville, Louisiana

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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First Holy Communion for the second grade students was celebrated on February 8, 2026, at the 10 a.m. Mass at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Marksville, Louisiana. The ceremony was attended by the students, their families, and church clergy including Father Wade DeCoste, Deacon Matthew Bonner, and Deacon Ken Primeaux.

Why it matters

First Holy Communion is a significant religious milestone for Catholic children, marking their first reception of the Eucharist. The celebration at St. Joseph Church brings the community together to honor this important rite of passage for the young parishioners.

The details

The First Holy Communion ceremony included 18 second grade students from the parish. They were pictured in the church, dressed in their communion attire, alongside the clergy who presided over the Mass.

  • The First Holy Communion ceremony took place on February 8, 2026.
  • The Mass was held at 10 a.m. that day.

The players

Father Wade DeCoste

The priest who presided over the First Holy Communion Mass at St. Joseph Church.

Deacon Matthew Bonner

A deacon who participated in the First Holy Communion ceremony at St. Joseph Church.

Deacon Ken Primeaux

A deacon who participated in the First Holy Communion ceremony at St. Joseph Church.

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The takeaway

The First Holy Communion celebration at St. Joseph Church marks an important spiritual milestone for the young parishioners, strengthening their connection to the Catholic faith and bringing the Marksville community together to honor this significant rite of passage.