The ministries and activities in the Lifelong Formation Cluster are designed to assist us in committing our minds and hearts to a more intimate relationship with God. Lifelong Formation provides opportunities that help parishioners of all ages on their journey to becoming a well-formed Catholic.

Adult Formation Programs

Bible Study/Sharing Groups

Men’s Saturday Group:
Focuses on the Sunday readings, meets each Saturday from 7:00-8:30 am in the school library.

Weekly Bible Study Groups:
Sessions last from 6-12 weeks and focus on a particular area of Scripture. Groups are open to all.

Monday Morning Study Group:
Meets from 9:30-11:30 am.

Thursday morning Study Group:
Meets from 8:30-10:30am.

Contact the parish office for more information.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults R.C.I.A.

Adults interested in joining the Catholic faith. Meet weekly (Sept.-May) for catechesis and formation preparing to become members of the Catholic Church. Full initiation once a year at Easter. Contact the parish office for more information.

RCIA Team: Parishioners serve as catechists, mentors, and sponsors for persons wishing to join the Catholic Church. Team and candidates meet weekly (Sept. – May).

Ministry of Moms Sharing (MOMS)

MOMS is an eight-week program that provides moms of all ages a beautiful and spiritual journey directed toward four values:

1. Seeking God in the daily tasks and family relationships,
2. The dignity of each human person and all of God’s creation,
3. The Christian’s responsibility to practice discernment and stewardship of gifts, and
4. The value of Christian community and networking with other leaders.
   

Forms: Program registration, Mission Statement, What to expect, schedule, Contacts, Childcare info

Children/Youth Programs

Parish Religious Education Program (PREP)

Students grades 1-8 not attending Catholic School receive weekly religious instruction and sacramental preparation on Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 pm Sept. – May. Contact the parish office for more information.

Forms: Enrollment form, Family Handbook, Schedule of classes and events, monthly news letter.

Wednesday evening instructor: Teachers needed for grades 1-8. Training and curriculum provided.

Wednesday evening volunteer: Assist teachers with religious education program.

Sunday School

Sept. – May during 11:00 Mass. Lectionary based program for children 3 years old through kindergarten. Children hear the same stories their parents hear during mass, but at their level. Children make a craft, eat a snack, and participate in activities. Parents are ask to teach for one month with materials provided by the Director of Formation. Contact the parish office for more information.

Forms: Sunday School dates, Volunteer Guidelines

Gather the Children

Sept. – May during 11:00 Mass. Children in First and Second Grades are called forward from the assembly, prior to the first reading from Scripture, to gather in age appropriate settings, to hear the Scripture story at their level. Children will participate in activities relating to the Scripture passage. Children return to church for liturgy of the Eucharist. Contact the parish office for more information.

Forms: Gather the Children Volunteer Guidelines

Vacation Bible School

One week summer program in June, offered for children four-years old through the fifth grade. 9:00 am until Noon Monday through Friday, with a special musical presentation and family picnic on Friday afternoon. Youth 6th grade through college are welcome to volunteer as helpers. Approximately 100 adults also needed to volunteer time and talents for this program. Register before May 1st. There is a limit of 300 children.

Inter-Generational Programs

Event-centered faith formation for all ages. The lifelong curriculum and individual learning experiences are developed around events of our shared life as a Church: Church year feasts and seasons, sacraments and liturgy, prayer and spirituality, justice and service, and community life. These events hold tremendous educative and transformative power. The Generations of Faith approach is designed to immerse people more deeply in the life of the Church so that they may learn by participating and experiencing. By so doing, people of all ages are engaged in the practices of the Catholic faith, practices that can become integral to each person’s life.

Forms: Registration, brochure

 

Catholic Family Vacations

Take a Catholic family vacation this year and come to Catholic Familyland to enjoy a week of Faith, Family and Fun! Each day begins with Mass and then opens up to a day of faith-filled, fun & family friendly activities. After Mass the family spends the morning in age-specific activities all geared to teach, strengthen and share the Faith. Throughout the afternoons and into the evenings, enjoy family activities such as: Bonfire Sing-along, Family Rosary, Family Square Dance, Family Games, Jungle Gym, Swimming, Horseback Riding, Action-packed Sporting Tournaments, including Softball, Basketball, Volleyball and more!! Learn more through the website link below.

 

Familyland.org website 

Sacramental Preparation

Baptism First Eucharist
Confirmation
Reconciliation
Matrimony
Holy Orders
Vocation Office
Office of Diaconate

Regional Ministry

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