First Communion
Children were the primary targets for many of the priests in terms of evangelizing. Children often had an easier time learning the new languages, as well as religions. For this reason, many children had their first communion. The First Communion is when the child first recieves the Eucharist. The attire for the Native children's first communion was Western, and the girls wore full white with white headcovers.
Group photo of Father, nuns and children at Sacred Heart Nespelem. Children are dressed in ceremonial garb for first communion.
Group of young children for First Communion at Sacred Heart Misison, Nespelem.
Four girls and three boys stand next to each other after completing First Communion at St. Michael's Church.
Four young girls in communion dresses standing in front of St. Rose of Lima Church in Keller, WA. Seven men sit on the church step observing the communicants.
Group of Native American children after having received their First Communion at St. Michael's Church. Father Joseph Griva S.J. in middle.