Parents are children's primary educators of the Catholic Faith. However, part of the mission of a Catholic Parish is to assist parents, by providing formal instruction in the faith to all children and teens. Our classes help to prepare children and teens to receive Sacraments, increase their knowledge of the faith, and aid in their moral and spiritual growth.
Children in grades K-11 who do not attend at Catholic school should be enrolled in Faith Formation classes. Students will attend grade level classes which are held on Sunday mornings (from September - May) at:
Students in Grades K-Grade 6 use the "Gospel Weeklies" program by Pflaum for their Religious Education. Each week the students will bring home their "Weekly" that is based on the Gospel that week. There are family connections at each grade level that are perfect for family discussions, reflection and prayer. The "Weeklies" for the times we do not have class will be sent home, as families may choose to complete them together.
Students in Grades 7-8 will be using the Catholic Handbook for Middle Schoolers by St. Mary's Press. It provides a comprehensive program to build the faith of young adolescents and help them make the connections between the Catholic faith, their everyday life, and their faith community.
Students in Grades 9-11 will be using the Catholic Handbook for Youth by St. Mary's Press. This is an easy-to-understand and practical guide to all things Catholic. The handbook helps young people gain the foundation of faith to present themselves as a Candidate for Confirmation at the end of 11th grade.
Adults and teens (who have been Confirmed) are always needed as Volunteer Catechists!
For more information about our Faith Formation program or if you would like to volunteer, please contact Jackie at 638-6718 x4.
Children should be enrolled in weekly Faith Formation classes at least 2 years prior to receiving a Sacrament.
For more information on Sacramental Preparation programs*, please contact Jackie at 638-6718 x4
Details on VBS are coming soon....