Elementary Faith Formation

Sunday Mass

The celebration of the Eucharist is “the source and summit of the Christian life,” and therefore, all families enrolled in Faith Formation are encouraged to attend Mass every Sunday (or Saturday evening). Every mass is family-friendly, however, the 10:00 a.m. Sunday mass will include the Children’s Liturgy of the Word every 1st and 3rd Sunday beginning Sunday, October 1, and a Family Ministry Gathering will follow afterward every 3rd Sunday of the month.

Monthly Family Ministry Gatherings

Family Ministry gathers on the 3rd Sunday of every month following the 10:00 a.m. Mass. Plan on enjoying kid-friendly snacks and activities, engaging conversation with other parents, and witnessing how God is working in the lives of all families, including your own. Our first monthly Family Ministry gathering will be on Sunday, September 17.

Faith Formation Sessions

We offer in-person sessions on Mondays from 4:15 to 5:30 p.m.  Also previously known as “CCD” or “Religious Education”, we provide experienced catechists to teach children our Catholic faith in their respective grade levels:

• Grade 1 - Faith Formation and Sacramental Preparation Year 1 (see below)
• Grade 2 - Faith Formation and Sacramental Preparation Year 2 (see below)
• Grades 3 through 5 - Faith Formation (and Sacramental Preparation, if needed)

Preparing for First Communion is a two-year process typically starting in first grade (but could be anytime your family is ready). Preparation sessions are on Mondays from 4:15 to 5:30 p.m. The Sacramental Preparation Process includes special events such as Teaching Masses, Prayer Services, and Retreats, to make the most of this wondrous time of formation. 

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