In short: The loveliest First Holy Communion wishes are short, warm and personal. Here you will find wordings for the card, for godparents, grandparents, parents and for the guest book, plus tips on finding your own words. All the texts are freely worded; you can use them as they are or adapt them.
How to find the right words
A good message does not need big words. It should contain three things: a greeting with the child’s name, a wish and a small personal sentence that only you can write. That can be a memory (“I still remember how you, as a little scamp …”) or an observation (“You have asked and discovered so much in recent months.”). For a nine-year-old child, write simply and warmly, without technical terms.
For cards that go with a gift in particular, less is more. Two to four sentences are enough.
Short sayings for the card
These lines fit on a folded card or a gift tag:
- “Today a special journey begins. We are glad that we may walk a part of it with you.”
- “You are not alone: God is with you, and so are we.”
- “May this day stay in your memory like a light that never goes out.”
- “Congratulations on your First Holy Communion! Stay curious and keep your laughter.”
- “A celebration, a blessing and many good thoughts for you.”
- “A cross to hold on to, an angel to watch over you, and us by your side.”
- “You may ask, doubt and wonder. That is part of faith.”
- “With bread and joy your journey into the community begins. We are celebrating with you.”
Wishes from godparents
As a godfather or godmother, you address the child directly and pick up on the christening:
- “Dear [name], at your christening I promised to accompany you. Today I am especially proud that you are taking this next step.”
- “For your First Holy Communion I wish you courage, joy and people who do you good. I am always there for you.”
- “Your godfather/godmother is thinking of you very much today. I wish you a day full of light.”
- “May you feel that you are cared for. That includes a guardian angel who watches over you in my gift.”
Gift ideas to go with it: First Holy Communion gift from godparents.
Wishes from grandparents
- “We are so proud of you. Your grandpa and grandma wish you a wonderful day of celebration.”
- “In memory of this day we are giving you something to accompany you, just as we do in our hearts.”
- “You are our ray of sunshine. God bless you and keep you, today and on all days.”
- “When we were small, First Holy Communion was a big day too. We hope you will remember it just as well.”
Wishes from parents
Parents often write the most personal words in the guest book or on the Communion candle:
- “We are grateful that we may accompany you on this journey. You are a gift to us.”
- “Whatever comes: we stand behind you. God and we love you.”
- “Today we celebrate you. We wish that your faith will carry you when things get hard.”
Wishes from neighbours, friends and relatives
- “We congratulate you from the heart on your First Holy Communion and wish you a lovely day among your family.”
- “A lovely day for you and your family. Enjoy every moment.”
- “All the best for your big day! Stay just as you are.”
If you would like to bring a small gift as a guest, you will find ideas under €20 in our guide What to give for First Holy Communion: 25 ideas.
Short blessing wishes
Blessing wishes sound best when they stay simple. You can add them at the end of a card:
- “God keep you safe on all your ways.”
- “May your path come kindly to meet you, and may good things rest in your hands.”
- “May your guardian angel go with you every day.”
All three are freely worded. If you would like to quote a well-known Bible verse, for example from the Psalms, take it from your own Bible translation and give the reference.
Communion candle and guest book
The Communion candle usually carries a name, a date and a symbol. If there is room for a saying, keep it short: “You are light” or “God is with you”. In the guest book the words may be a little longer. A lovely setting is the Communion candle cloth with chalice and cross (€9.90), which also protects the candle after the celebration.
What you had better leave out
- Too much pathos. A child does not read long, solemn texts.
- Pressure or expectations. Wishes such as “Always be good” give the child no pleasure.
- Collections of quotations with no connection. One line with the child’s name has more effect than three quotations from strangers.
The gift to go with it
A good card often goes with a small gift. You will find our range in the First Holy Communion gifts collection. For parishes, schools and groups there is a quantity discount on the total quantity of your order: 10% from 10 items, 15% from 25, 20% from 50 (does not apply to wooden statues from the woodcarving workshop) – quote on request on +49 30 2178 2502 (German and English) or at hallo@lunexus.world (more on the quantity discount). It is best to write the card yourself and enclose it with the gift.
Frequently asked questions
What do you write in a First Holy Communion card?
A short, personal message with the child’s name, a wish and a sentence of your own. Two to four lines are enough.
What do you write in the card as a godparent?
Pick up on the christening, address the child directly and say that you are there for them.
May I use Bible quotations?
Yes. Give the reference and use a translation you know. Short and easy to understand works best.
What do you write on the Communion candle?
Name and date of First Holy Communion, plus a short saying or a symbol. The parish often provides templates.
How long may a message be?
For cards, two to four sentences are enough. In the guest book or in a letter it may be more.
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