One of the most important events in a young Catholic’s life is his or her First Holy Communion. To go along with this special occasion of receiving Jesus for the first time in the Eucharist, girls wear a pretty new white dress and boys wear a new blue or white suit with a tie. First Communion outfits can be expensive and many families just don’t have the money to buy them. It’s difficult because for a child to receive First Communion, it shouldn’t be considered a financial burden, but one of the most joyful days in the life of a child and their families. The Communion Closet seeks to solve this problem for families in need on Long Island. Society of St. Vincent de Paul Conferences and the Diocesan Council Office in Bethpage are seeking donations of gently used communion outfits this spring. In early March of 2022, we will host a Communion Closet “shopping event” where families in need can shop for a special outfit for their child – free of charge.