A holy commotion, thanks to Covid

Like so much else, First Holy Communions have been a casualty of Covid-19. As we move nationally into Level 3 restrictions, Helen O’Callaghan hears about approaches to First Communion taken by families and parishes – and how some are still waiting for their special day.

Beautiful little girl in communion dress with eyes closed and hands together praying.

“It’s off again!” You can just hear the lament in homes across Ireland as First Communion falls casualty yet again to Covid-19 restrictions.

With Level 3 applying countrywide since Wednesday, religious services have moved online. Churches remain open only for private prayer, as well as for limited attendance at funerals and weddings.