In May, just like her parents and grandparents before her, Vivian received in First Holy Communion, her third Catholic sacrament. She studied and prepared for this sacrament for the past year and was so happy to receive it at Santiago de Compostela. Her Nana flew in from Ohio to witness it and after mass, we partied at the park with our neighbors, two of whom had also received their First Holy Communion with Vivian.
Vivian wore a very special dress for her First Holy Communion – the same dress that I wore for mine in 1989 and the same dress that my Mom wore for hers in 1965!
Before mass, we took pictures outside church and formal family pictures inside with a cheesy background.
During mass, Vivian helped bring the gifts up to the alter.
When we arrived home after mass, Vivian opened a few special gifts from us and her Nana.
We are so proud of Vivian and were so happy to celebrate her on this special day!
The Chambers Family - A.D. 
6/13/22 Vivian’s First Holy Communion
Vivian looked very elegant and happy on her special day. Congratulations on her hard work studying to be ready. Save that dress for at least two more uses!
Hello Carrie!
I was looking for a picture of Deacon Dan to use in my homilies this weekend and I came across your blog. Would you give me permission to use one of his pictures for my homily illustrations?
Blessings,
Father Martin
Hi Fr. Martin! Yes, you can use one of my pictures of Deacon Dan in your homilies. God bless!