Children's Faith Formation

Children, Youth, Family Formation Program

This program meets three Sundays per month, from September to Palm Sunday. Children participate in classes according to their school grade level: 1st and 2nd graders in the First Eucharist class; 3rd, 4th and 5th graders in the First Reconciliation class; 6th–12th graders in the Social Concerns, Service, and Liturgy class. (See Adult Faith Formation for corresponding Sunday Parents Group). All groups study Catholic tradition and practice, scripture, prayer/worship, doctrine, service and community. Contact:Debbie Berndt.

Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLW)

Each Sunday at the 10:30am liturgy, children of pre-school ages up to 2nd or 3rd grade leave the church after the opening prayer to meet with adult presiders for their own, age-appropriate Liturgy of the Word. They listen to the Gospel, participate in liturgical activities such as reading, singing, discussing the meaning of the scriptures, and engaging in a craft, game or activity that teaches the message of that day’s Gospel. Older children often participate as helpers. The children return to the church for the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Contact: Lisa Aliferis.