Religious Education/CCD

FAITH FORMATION FOR CHILDREN

Our children are our future. With this truth in mind, our the Religious Education/Faith Formation program strives to teach the essential traditions and doctrines of the Catholic faith, and to journey with the children and their parents in their lifelong relationship with God. We place a special emphasis on participation in the Mass and the need to care for and respect others. Since parents are in integral part of this ministry, they are also offered opportunities to deepen and strengthen their relationship with God.

Religious Education Schedule

Monday evenings 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. - Confirmation I

Monday evenings 5:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. - Confirmation II

Wednesday evenings from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m - K - 8th grade

Parent gatherings for updating and instruction are held every first Wednesday of the month in the Parish Hall from 6:35 p.m. - 7:25 p.m.

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Sacramental Preparation

Preparation for the Sacraments of Reconciliation, Holy Eucharist and Confirmation are two year programs.

Usually, the first grade year is the first year of sacramental preparation for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Eucharist. Usually, the second grade year is the second year of preparation. However, there is no set grade limits for being prepared and ready to receive sacraments.

Reception of the Sacrament of Confirmation is usually at the end of the 10th grade year. Preparation for Confirmation is a two year program beginning in the 9th grade.

Parent participation is required in the preparation for all three sacraments.

REMINDERS FROM THE OFFICE OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASSES

Time is moving on so quickly! We are in the third quarter of religious education classes and preparation for reception of the Sacraments. Parents who have children preparing for first Reconciliation and first Holy Communion “awaken from your sleep” the day is dawning on us. Please take time each day to go over the common prayers of the Church, the Act of Contrition, the Ten Commandments, the Sacraments, the formula for the Sacrament of Reconciliation and the general knowledge a child must have of their faith. We will begin meeting with each child individually to assess where they are in their preparation for these Sacraments. If you have any questions, please call the Religious Education office at the parish.

CONFIRMATION CLASS REMINDERS

If your child is preparing to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation, please read the following carefully.

Second year requirements for the reception of the Sacrament of Confirmation.

Attendance at and participation in Sunday Mass!

Knowledge of and ability to recite the basic prayers of the Church, the Ten Commandments, the Sacraments, Gifts and Fruits of the Holy Spirit. General ability to discuss their Catholic faith.

Certificate of Baptism, detailed form for Sponsor, proof of 18 service hours within the year and attendance at class.

TIME IS RUNNING OUT QUICKLY. CONFIRMATION DATE IS MAY 8, 2019 6:30 pm