First Communion Card Messages and Thank You Wording

Family and friends gathered together at a celebration

First Communion and Confirmation are big days in a young Catholic's faith life. A card from family, godparents or friends is a keepsake many children hold on to for years. Afterward, a short thank you note is a good way to thank everyone who came or gave a gift.

This guide covers what to write in a First Communion card, what to write in a Confirmation card, and how to word the thank you notes afterward.

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What to Write in a First Communion Card
First Communion Messages
First Communion Messages From Godparents and Grandparents
Confirmation Card Messages
Bible Verses for First Communion and Confirmation Cards
First Communion Thank You Card Wording
When to Send First Communion Thank You Notes
Frequently Asked Questions

What to Write in a First Communion Card

Keep it warm, simple and easy for a child to read. Mention the day, say you are proud, and add a blessing.

Example: "Dear Lucy, congratulations on your First Holy Communion! We are so proud of you and so happy to share this special day with you. May Jesus always be close to your heart. Love, Aunt Kate and Uncle Mike"

First Communion Messages

Congratulations on your First Holy Communion. We are so proud of you.
May this special day be the beginning of a lifelong friendship with Jesus.
Wishing you God's blessings on your First Communion.
What a special day! We are so happy to celebrate with you.
May the Lord bless you and keep you, today and always.
Congratulations on receiving Jesus for the first time. We love you.
Your family is so proud of you on your First Communion day.
May you always feel God's love as much as we love you.

First Communion Messages From Godparents and Grandparents

As your godmother, it is a joy to watch you grow in faith. Congratulations on your First Communion.
I was there at your baptism, and I am so happy to be here for this day too.
Grandpa and I are so proud of you. We are praying for you today and always.
May your faith keep growing, and may you always know how much you are loved.

Confirmation Card Messages

Confirmation cards can be a little more grown-up, since the person is usually a teenager.

Congratulations on your Confirmation. May the Holy Spirit guide you always.
We are proud of the young person you are and the faith you have chosen.
Wishing you strength, wisdom and peace on your Confirmation day.
May the gifts of the Holy Spirit be with you in every step you take.
Congratulations! It has been a joy to watch you grow in faith.
As your sponsor, I am honored to stand with you today. God bless you.

Bible Verses for First Communion and Confirmation Cards

"I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty." (John 6:35)
"Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." (Matthew 19:14)
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding." (Proverbs 3:5)
"But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." (Acts 1:8)
"The Lord bless you and keep you." (Numbers 6:24)

First Communion Thank You Card Wording

A thank you note from the child, with a parent's help if needed, only needs a few lines. Name the gift and thank them for coming.

Thank you for coming to my First Communion and for the beautiful rosary. I will keep it forever.
Thank you for the Bible. I love the pictures and I read it with Mom every night.
Thank you for your generous gift and for celebrating my special day with me.
Thank you for being my sponsor and for praying with me before my Confirmation.
Thank you for the cross necklace. I wore it the whole day.
Thank you for helping make my First Communion so special. Love, Lucy

When to Send First Communion Thank You Notes

Try to send them within two to three weeks of the celebration. Children can write their own notes with a little help, and a short note in their own handwriting means a lot to grandparents and godparents.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do you write in a First Communion card?

Congratulate the child, say you are proud, and add a short blessing or prayer. Keep it simple enough for a child to read.

What is the difference between a First Communion and a Confirmation card?

A First Communion card is usually for a child around age seven or eight, so the wording is simple. A Confirmation card is often for a teenager and can mention the Holy Spirit and their own choice of faith.