Communion gifts – tips and ideas
Finding the right communion gift is not that easy. Find out in this article what is traditionally given as a gift for communion and what creative alternatives there are. What should you consider so that the gifts make your child’s communion even more beautiful?
Communion Gifts: What Should You Consider?
Communion is not only an important day in your child’s life, but also a big family celebration. In many families it is customary to give children lavish communion gifts. Because gifts are part of a communion and make the day something very special. So that your child is not completely overwhelmed by the mountains of gifts, you should consider a few points at the communion celebration:
- The gifts should not be the focus of communion, otherwise there is a risk that your child will lose sight of the actual meaning of the day. Attending Mass and taking communion for the first time should be the focus of attention. The gifts are just a nice side effect for your child.
- The gifts for communion should above all do your child justice, because a thick envelope with money from grandma may be nice, but your child may not yet be able to assess the value of the gift.
- It is best to give the guests a few tips on what your child can use or what it is interested in. In this way you can prevent inappropriate gifts and avoid receiving individual items multiple times.
- Exaggerated or huge gifts for communion do not have to be. Even if communion is a big event, completely excessive gifts are rather inappropriate – especially because your child may not be able to handle the expectations of the giver properly.
Communion gifts
Especially relatives who are not so close to your child and still want to make him happy will probably bring money to your child as a gift for communion. Of course, this is less personal than a real unwrapping gift. However, a gift of money can make sense if your child has a specific wish and is saving money for it. Some grandparents or other relatives therefore give a savings account for communion. In this way, the money for communion can be invested directly for the future.
Communion Gifts – Tips & Ideas
Religious symbols as communion gifts
Communion is a special day for the child. It is accepted as an equal member in the community of Catholics. For this reason, many like to give religious symbols that the child can use in his life as a devout Catholic.
Cross pendant – the classic communion gift
Would you like to give the communion child something classic with lasting value? Then a pretty pendant in the shape of a cross is just the thing. The cross is the key symbol in Christianity – and therefore a suitable gift for this religious, emotional celebration. The cross pendant, held in a noble yellow gold,advertisementwill make every communicant shine – and always remind him of this special day. You can find more beautiful pieces of jewelry in this article.
prayers for every day
Prayer can be very fulfilling not only for adults, but also for children. A prayer cube makes a great First Communion giftadvertisementand at the same time a practical item that the child can use whenever necessary. Finished in a beautiful neutral white and with symbols to match each prayer, it’s also pretty to look at. The prayers are age-appropriate so that the child can relate to the content of the prayers.
Personal and practical gifts for the communion child
If the giver is less religious, they often prefer to give something practical or personal for communion. There is a wide range of gifts to choose from – the giver is spoiled for choice. To help you, we have put together a few great ideas for you. Take a look and let yourself be inspired!
“My communion” – an everlasting keepsake
With this great memory albumadvertisementthe child will have a special souvenir of this special day later on. There is plenty of space on 48 pages for personal entries from parents, godparents and guests. The album is kept in white and decorated with small embroidery. It also has a cute pearl trim. This noble souvenir album will make girls’ hearts beat faster!
For the boys there is the pretty souvenir albumadvertisementheld in a festive shade of blue.
Treasure chest with engraving – a special keepsake
This treasure chest with engraving is a practical and at the same time personal gift .advertisementThe wooden box has a beautiful decoration: the image of a dove of peace carrying an olive branch in its beak. The words “To Communion” are engraved above this in beautiful lettering. It is also possible to have another engraving made. The giver can use them as original packaging for gifts of money, chocolates or a chic piece of jewelry – and the communion child has a great souvenir of this special day later.
Diverse books for bookworms
The communion child is a little bookworm? A nice book is always a good gift for First Communion. Depending on the child’s preferences, you can, for example, give them an exciting fantasy novel or a classic by Astrid Lindgren, such as “The Lionheart Brothers”.advertisement, give a gift. The possibilities are limitless!