We are currently in need of both Faith Formation catechists, substitute catechists, and classroom helpers. First Reconciliation Celebration Saturday, Dec. 11 at 10 am. Registration forms are available ANY TIME right below: Disciples Called to Worship. Here at Holy Spirit it is important to the teach the doctrine and practices of our Catholic Faith. To access online pay click >One Time Online Payment then under fund select Faith Formation Fund-14 or you may go to the Home Page, select Online Giving, and then select Quick Give and then under fund select Faith Formation Fund-14. The Catholic Community of the Holy Spirit is a Roman Catholic parish serving south-central Gloucester County and northeastern Salem County, New Jersey. We invite you to join one of the meaningful, small communities within our larger community, here, at Holy Spirit Parish. Develop an understanding of the Bible and their faith tradition
The CCC 2223 can enlighten us regarding our responsibilities as parents. Student will select a Sponsor who is at least 16 years old. Each family signed up for our Faith Formation classes will be included in the Family Catechesis program. Retreat- Every confirmation candidate must attend the Confirmation Retreat Child must celebrate the Sacrament of Penance prior to reception of the Holy Eucharist for the first time. For this reason, the family home is rightly called the domestic church, a community of grace and prayer, a school of human virtues and of Christian charity. (CCC #1666 ). 2. Director of Child and Family Ministry (Gr 4K-5th), How to View Worship Guide While Watching Mass, Bank Account-(Previously called PrestoPay). We learn about our Catholic faith through Adult Education classes, RCIA and Religious Education classes for youth. To become a follower of Jesus Christ is to be his disciple. Si usted desea informar una alegacin de mala conducta sexual, contacta por favor a Sra. Parent/guardian attendance is required for all sessions. The Catechism of the Catholic Church says, The Christian home is the place where children receive the first proclamation of the faith. 6.
All students in 2nd Year Confirmation Prep must also attend a Confirmation Retreat and participate in a Discipleship Project.
Student should have celebrated the sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist and be in, Participation in Confirmation Retreat, Class Service Project, and 6 hours additional service/involvement in parish activities (Youth Ministry, Altar Server, Childrens Liturgy aide, parish event service opportunities). It teaches our children about Gods unconditional love and forgiveness. By knowing how to acknowledge their own failings to their children, parents will be better able to guide and correct them. (CCC 2223), Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Youth Group Online Registration Form (Middle School). Family Faith Formation is available for PreK - 5th graders (and their families) and is a home-based program developing faith in the "Domestic Church" with games, activities andsupplies provided by Holy Spirit every two months and regular"check-ins" from our team of teachers. Please join us in using this new terminology for our faith lives. There is a registration table in the main entrance of the church where you can pick up the registration packets, and there is a box that you can turn in the completed forms. Thursday of the Sixteenth Week in Ordinary Time, Child/Youth Comprehensive Medical Release and Permission Form with Code of Conduct Assent. Copyright Holy Spirit Catholic Church 2019 Theme by ILOVEWP. Student must also be enrolled in Family Faith Formation and weekly Mass attendance is vital to ensure our commitment as parents is prioritizing our faith first. One year of previous faith formation is required. If finances are a concern, you may choose to waive the fee on theregistration form, then skip step #2. It unites us as Catholics and strengthens us as one body of Christ each time we participate in the celebration. The goal of the Office of Faith Formation is to provide the children and adults of Holy Spirit with the highest quality of Catholic formation. The 4 Pillars of the Catholic Church Challenge. The headwaters of meaningful communitybubble up through the solid earthof the Domestic Church of the Home; this river of lifeflows overand aroundthe solid rocks of the faith offered bytheParish; then, clear and strong, the waters of justice may surgeand those of right living pour forth endlesslyto refresh and heal the world -- our schools, work places, clubs and teams -- whereverwe are called to give and serve out of gratitude to God. They have the duty to provide as far as possible for the physical and spiritual needs of their children. Please print out one (1) Information Packet per family (keep for your records): 2021-2022 Children's Faith Formation Information Packet. Church of the Holy Spirit strives to provide opportunities where young people grades 1-8, and the adults who minister to them, can thrive in a caring, hospitable, Christian environment within the Catholic tradition. It is our privilege to journey in faith with every family; let's encounter Jesus Christ together! 100% attendance of Confirmation Preparation sessions Grow in their relationship with God for the whole of life Come to be supported. 224, (confidential fax 219-769-7597), or email kvenegas@dcgary.org. We have a two year process for the preparation of Sacraments and Eucharist. Come to be loved. We are working to bring Faith Formation that is relevant for the different ages of our parishioners, reflect the realities of our current family dynamics, and helps all to learn to live as a fully-alive member of the Body of Christ. Phone: 334-277-1989 (office) or 509-389-0399 (cell), Stay in the loop, sign up for REMIND text alerts by texting: @hsmgm21 to 81010.
Sacrament preparation offers powerful, meaningful lessons to help our children and their parents understand, prepare for, and celebrate the sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist in 2nd grade and Confirmation in 8th grade. And faith formation does the very same for the Christian community as it immerses people into particular practices and a particular way of life that identifies them as followers of Jesus.
If you wish to report an allegation of sexual misconduct, please contact Mrs. Kelly Venegas, SPHR, the Bishops Delegate for Sexual Misconduct Cases, at 219-769-9292, ext.
join one of the meaningful, small communities. All are asked to registerno later than June 17. Our parish community was formed in 2010 from the former parishes of St. Ann in Elmer, St. Joseph in Woodstown and Holy Name of Jesus in Mullica Hill. Faith Formation classes allow you to build a relationship with students because you get to meet once a week September through April on either Sundays at 10:45-11:45 a.m. or Monday afternoons from 5:30-6:30 p.m. All materials are provided and training sessions will be held over the summer to make sure you feel completely prepared for your role. Grow in their relationship with God for the whole of life, Live as disciples of Jesus at home, at work, in the community, and in the world, Develop an understanding of the Bible and their faith tradition, Deepen their spiritual life and practices, Engage in service and mission to the world, Participate in the life and ministries of their faith community. 2022-2023 Family Faith Formation Enrollment Form. Parents and students meet 4 times on the following Wednesdays: History of The Sacred Heart Haiti Mission, Family Promise of Rochester (*formerly IHN), Steubenville (North) Catholic Youth Conference, Adults Getting Involved in Youth Ministry. They bear witness to this responsibility first by creating a home where tenderness, forgiveness, respect, fidelity, and disinterested service are the rule. For more information, contact Merry Reardon at 408-997-5112 ormerry.reardon@dsj.org. The pastor, along with the catechist(s) of the child, are to determine the readiness of the child to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. Nothing else even comes close. The Sacrament of Confirmation is usually celebrated in eighth grade and is an opportunity for candidates to deepen their understanding of their Catholic faith and the mission of Christ. Come to grow in wisdom and grace, compassion, service and hope! The sacrament of Eucharist usually takes place during 3rd grade. 100% attendance at all Sacramental Workshops is required. 3. Your child is able to start the process at age 6 years old or older and must be at least in First Grade for year one. Parents of students currently in Kindergarten-Grade 7 are invited to register for faith formation for the 2022-2023 year. 5.
It is how we can grow as followers of Jesus, and its something that we all do at any age. If your child is eligible to begin preparation for Confirmation, there is only one schedule for 1st-year Confirmation Prep (7th grade and up) which is the same as the Sunday Family Faith Formation Schedule and 2nd-year Confirmation ( 8th grade and up) which meets two Thursdays per month. Two years of previous faith formation is required. This requires an apprenticeship in self-denial, sound judgment, and self-mastery-the preconditions of all true freedom. (Taken from http://www.dcgary.org/pdf/sacrament-guidelines.pdf). If you're interested in learning more about our Faith Formation program contact Jillian Peck, Director of Faith Formation by calling 248 -887-1634, or by emailing [emailprotected]. For more information, see our webiste page HERE Louie Latina, (702-HLY-SPRT) 702-459-7778 ext. Privacy Policy. Elementary and High School Groups: K-12th Grade. Watch for the flier promoting this program. Parents and students meet 4 times on the following Sundays: Note:All students are welcome to participate regardless of ability to pay. Registration begins now! All are welcome (we will be social distancing). We are a part of the Camden Diocese, under the leadership of the Most Reverend Dennis Sullivan. If you live the faith inside and outside of your home, your children have the greatest opportunity to do the same. Childrens Faith Formation 2021-2022 School Year: Children's Faith Formation Classes will resume Sunday, January 23, 2022 9:15am-10:45am. In lieu of attending Generations of Faith sessions, students who are preparing to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation will attend Confirmation Preparation Sessions. It is an important part of who we are as Catholics. Learn more about what Domestic Church means here, Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA), Rite of Christian Initiation for Children. Holy Spirit is re-imagining Faith Formation as being more than preparing for Sacraments, or graduating from Religious Education.
2022 Church of the Holy Spirit. 2022 Holy Spirit Church. 224, (fax 219-769-7597), o kvenegas@dcgary.org correo electrnico confidencial. At Holy Spirit Parish,we believethat such spiritual growth and development is alifelong endeavor best supported in meaningful community: a place where we will be known, loved, challenged and supported. Faith Formation is: equipping people to live as disciples of Jesus. For the list of upcoming VIRTUS training sessions, click here. You can also email or drop the forms off at the Parish office. Faith formation seeks to help people: Faith formation is for all Stages of life. Regular attendance and participation at the Sunday Mass, Regular attendance and participation in Family Faith Formation, 100% Attendance of First Eucharist Preparation sessions, Completion of First Eucharist Textbook and Family Faith Formation Assignments. The four Eucharist workshops are only PART of the requirements to celebrate this LIVING sacrament.
One should be in a state of grace, by receiving the Sacrament of Penance before the Sacrament of Confirmation Parents you are the single greatest influence on the spiritual and religious life of your children. Regular attendance and participation in weekly Sunday Liturgy Although families may join the parish and register for our Faith Formation and Sacrament programs at any time, the prime Registration Period is: Registration packets with a Welcome Letter, forms and calendars will be available in the Ministry Center within this time frame. If God is calling you to share your faith in this way, please contact Merry Reardon at 408-997-5112 or merry.reardon@dsj.org. In his latest book, Generations Together, John Roberto reaffirms a traditional, but very rich notion that faith formation informs, forms, and transforms the personwhether child, youth, or adultinto a robust, vital, and life-giving Christian faith that is holistic: a way of the head, the heart, and the hands. It is the ultimate gift of Gods love. 8. Kelly Venegas, SPHR, el Delegado del Obispo para Casos Sexuales de mala conducta, en 219-769-9292, ext. Our curriculum material is approved by the Archdiocese of Detroit and the National Conference of Catholic Bishops to be in conformity with the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). Nothing else even comes close. Your family will attend the same session each month. New to Family Faith Formation click here to see what its all about. In the world we are living Faith Formation sessions will be held in person. We invite first graders to join the process of preparation of Reconciliation/Eucharist which is a two year process. You ,may make payments online via Our Sunday Visitor Online Pay on this website. Gods greatest desirefor each of us is that we live in relationship to Him. When you Register you must pick either Session 1 or Session 2 for families with children in grades 1st thru 6th and for those students still working to eligibility for confirmation prep. 106 Louiel@cox.net. All Rights Reserved. First Fridays of the month. For more information, see our webiste page HERE Louie Latina, (702-HLY-SPRT) 702-459-7778 ext. All responses are confidential.
Come to be known. 7. This serves as early faith formation, 1st year of Sacramental Preparation and continuing Faith Formation for our PreK - 5th graders. Holy Spirit Parishs Faith Formation team strives to share with and support our parish families as they answer thecall to teach children the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the richness of the Catholic tradition. It is never finished. We offer a variety of religious education classes for adults throughout the year on various topics, including a Thursday Evening Bible Study class led by Ken Muenstermann. For pictures and current events, visit our Holy Spirit Parish official Facebook page here. Deepen their spiritual life and practices. Parents you are the single greatest influence on the spiritual and religious life of your children. Release Forms for faith formation are also available here. In our parish community, the journey begunwith Baptism is aided by a variety of programs. In the spiritual and Religious development of children, Sacrament preparation offers powerful, meaningful lessons to help our children and their parents understand, prepare for, and celebrate the sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist in 2, If you're interested in learning more about our Faith Formation program contact Jillian Peck, Director of Faith Formation by calling 248 -887-1634, or by emailing, Seniors Aging Gracefully, Sometimes (SAGS). Through strong catechetical programs, fostering community and encouraging charitable service, we endeavor to foster an environment for the development of faith that makes a difference in their lives and in the world. The mission of the Children's Faith Formation program at Holy Spirit Parish is to help all participants and their families develop a relationship with Jesus Christ and to live out their Catholic faith in ways that draw others to Christ and the Church. All Rights Reserved. In the spiritual and Religious development of children, parents are more important than anything else, including peers and media (Notre Dame Study Panel: The National Study of Youth and Religion - Bartkus and Kenan, 2016). 106 Louiel@cox.net. Confirmation is now a two-year Faith Formation Program. Not only will they understand what is going on in their faith communities more fully, they will be able to experience it with people with whom they have built faith relationships.
Parents have the first responsibility for the education of their children.
Coordinator of Faith Formation Preschool-8. Confirmation is now a two-year Faith Formation Program. With the guidance of the Holy Spirit, together we can: Deepen the awareness of Gods presence in all our lives, Enhance our place in Gods design as beloved and irreplaceable children of God, Foster an atmosphere of love and respect for others, Mentor young people to live as intentional disciples of Jesus Christ and responsible participation in the life, mission, and work of the Church, Nurture personal and spiritual growth of each young person through prayer, Mass attendance, and the Sacrament.
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, 4K-5K Grades, Edge Ministry (6th-8th Grade Faith Formation), Life Teen Ministry (9th-11th Grade Faith Formation). If your child attends our local Catholic schools, your family can still register to participate in our Family Catechesis program. Print out one (1) Registration Packet per child: 2021-2022 Registration Packet (one per child). Our catechists seek to reinforce the teachings of Jesus Christ and our Catholic Church so that we may all, young ones and adults, become and remain life-long children of God. In his latest book, Generations Together, John Roberto reaffirms a traditional, but the very rich notion that faith formation informs, forms, and transforms the person whether child, youth, or adult into a robust, vital, and life-giving Christian faith that is holistic: a way of the head, the heart, and the hands. Read our Faith Formation policies for more details. The sacrament of Reconciliation usually takes place during 2nd grade.
Parent/guardian attendance is required for all sessions. You can register below.
Sessions are held on Sundays in the Upper Room trailer/modular on our parish site (Mesa Park & Russell) from 6:30 -- 8:00 p.m. Help is needed for teachers (catechists), assistants and helpers. Registration is now open! Holy Spirit Catholic Community2003 Hassert Blvd, Naperville, Illinois 60564 (630) 922-0081, Copyright 2022 Holy Spirit Catholic Community, Site designed and maintained by The Catholic Web CompanySend Us Stuff, Office of the Bishop - Bishop Hicks Monthly Column, Bishop's Statement on the US Supreme Court - Roe v. Wade, That Man Is You--Fellowship and Formation. If your child is eligible to begin preparation for Confirmation, there is only one schedule for 1st year Confirmation Prep (7th grade and up) which is the same as the Sunday Family Faith Formation Schedule and 2nd year Confirmation (8th grade and up) which meets two Thursdays per month. Aswe grow to trust Jesus and gain confidence in him as the Way, the Truth and the Life, we yearn to come to know and love him better, to grow in wisdom and in grace. What can money in my scrip account be used for? 4. It is never complete. Powered by . Parents of students currently in Kindergarten-Grade 7 are invited to register for faith formation for the 2022-2023 year. Powered by . Completion of the Confirmation Discipleship Project Privacy Policy. Registration for all Holy Spirit faith formation and sacramental prep is offered this spring to ensure we will have all the materials by August. Blessed Sacramental Faith Formation Year 2 is available for all those who have particpated in our Family Faith Formation program (acting as Year 1 Sacramental Preparation) or those who have attended Faith Formation / Religious Educationat another parish (the previous year). Contact us at (219) 661-0644 ext 102 or email us holyspiritformation@gmail.com. Student must also be enrolled Family Faith Formation and weekly Mass attendance is vitalto ensure our commitment as parents to help guide our children to become strong followers of Christ. It isnt just for preparing for Sacraments. A disciple literally means "one who is learning." We invite all children from first grade through fifth grade to join us in our Faith Formation sessions.
Engaging children's hearts and minds through prayer opportunities, active learning, and mass attendance leads children to a life of faith and discipleship. For more information, see our webiste page HERE orplease contact:Anna Forsberg, Director of Children's Ministry annaf@holyspiritlv.org702 906 1778. 9. Contact the office if youd like to receive the binder and participate. For information about our program and polices download our Policy Booklet:Faith Formation Policy, FAMILY FAITH FORMATION 2022/2023 ENROLLMENT INFORMATION. Baptized in the catholic faith with Baptismal Certificate on file or profession of faith made Parents should teach their children to subordinate the material and instinctual dimensions to interior and spiritual ones. Parents have a grave responsibility to give good example to their children.
Our relationshipwith God our journey offaith takes a lifetime. The pastor, along with the catechist(s) of the child, are to determine the readiness of the child to receive the Holy Eucharist for the first time. Sacred scripture has a primary place in our curriculum. Attendance at all Confirmation Preparation sessions and weekly Mass attendance is vital to ensure their commitment to prioritize their faith first. Click on any of the pictures below to learn more about the programs for each grade level. Live as disciples of Jesus at home, at work, in the community, and in the world The home is well suited for education in the virtues. We are committed to supporting parents and families in living their faith inside and outside their homes. RCIA classes are also available for those who are interested in becoming Catholic or Catholics who want to learn more about our Catholic Faith.
All relationships take time and desire to build and to grow.
Note: This program is a hybrid model with 4-5 in person sessions and the remainder of material will be completed at home. Roberto goes on to say, While expressed in many different ways, faith formation seeks to help people: Candidate is expected to have participated in ongoing Faith Formation since their reception of First Eucharist. Here, at Holy Spirit, we use a process of Domestic Church for the Formation of our children who will be preparing to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation and Eucharist (Learn more about what Domestic Church means here).
Payments may be made via bank account, Mastercard, or Visa. If you live the faith inside and outside of your home, your children have the greatest opportunity to do the same.
Keep scrolling if you are interested in serving as a Catechist/Core Team Member! Parent and student materials will be provided along with digital resources. Completion of the Confirmation text book and any assignments added by the Confirmation Sacrament team. First Eucharist Celebration Sunday, May 7 at 10 am Mass, (Taken fromhttp://www.dcgary.org/pdf/sacrament-guidelines.pdf). COMPLETE FORMS, Copyright 2022 Church of the Holy Spirit. Classes are held on Wednesdays in the Upper Room trailer/modular on our parish site (Mesa Park & Russell) from 5:15 -- 6:30 p.m. Help is needed for teachers (catechists), assistants and helpers. Register Today for Elementary, Middle School and High School Sunday faith formation classes! No need to register your child if they will not be attending Sunday Childrens Faith Formation classes. (Last year, there were some supply chain issues and paper shortages which limited our ability to order materials in the fall.). A: 7667 E 109th Ave Crown Point, IN 46307, 2022 Copyright Catholic Family of the Holy Spirit, http://www.dcgary.org/pdf/sacrament-guidelines.pdf, Baptized in the catholic faith with Baptismal Certificate on file or profession of faith made. The three Reconciliation workshops are only PART of the requirements to celebrate this wonderful sacrament.
SIGN UP HERE! For specific information and requirements, contact the Faith Formation Office, at (210) 341-1397. Come to be challenged. And faith formation does the very same for the Christian community as it immerses people into the particular practices and particular way of life that identifies them as followers of Jesus. To log into your VIRTUS Online account, or to pre-register for a VIRTUS training session, click here. Confirmation Parish Participation Service Hours Form, For Adults seeking the Sacrament of Confirmation please contact our RCIA Director or clickhttps://catholicfamilyhs.org/education/rite-of-christian-initiation-rcia/, 1. Got to the page on Confirmation for more details. Adult Faith Formation (AFF) seeks to help form the faithful in such a way that they will be better able to participate in the life of their faith community. Holy Spirit offers Religious Education for youth from preschool (age 4) through 12th grade. Students will use the same textbook for 1st Year and 2nd Year Confirmation Prep. Sent to Serve. Through growing in understanding about the topic, by forming relationships with other people, and sharing faith in new ways, the participants of the learning sessions will be better prepared to participate in the faith life of the parish. To hear about our current Religious Education for Adults opportunities, watch this video by our DRE, Tracy Finke. Parents have the first responsibility for the education of their children in the faith, prayer, and all the virtues. 2021-2022 Children's Faith Formation Calendar. Family Catechesis11:15 AM-12:45 PM (Grades 1-8 in the fall of 2022). We offer anin-person class option in the Parish Life Center.
The CCC 2223 can enlighten us regarding our responsibilities as parents. Student will select a Sponsor who is at least 16 years old. Each family signed up for our Faith Formation classes will be included in the Family Catechesis program. Retreat- Every confirmation candidate must attend the Confirmation Retreat Child must celebrate the Sacrament of Penance prior to reception of the Holy Eucharist for the first time. For this reason, the family home is rightly called the domestic church, a community of grace and prayer, a school of human virtues and of Christian charity. (CCC #1666 ). 2. Director of Child and Family Ministry (Gr 4K-5th), How to View Worship Guide While Watching Mass, Bank Account-(Previously called PrestoPay). We learn about our Catholic faith through Adult Education classes, RCIA and Religious Education classes for youth. To become a follower of Jesus Christ is to be his disciple. Si usted desea informar una alegacin de mala conducta sexual, contacta por favor a Sra. Parent/guardian attendance is required for all sessions. The Catechism of the Catholic Church says, The Christian home is the place where children receive the first proclamation of the faith. 6.
All students in 2nd Year Confirmation Prep must also attend a Confirmation Retreat and participate in a Discipleship Project. Student should have celebrated the sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist and be in, Participation in Confirmation Retreat, Class Service Project, and 6 hours additional service/involvement in parish activities (Youth Ministry, Altar Server, Childrens Liturgy aide, parish event service opportunities). It teaches our children about Gods unconditional love and forgiveness. By knowing how to acknowledge their own failings to their children, parents will be better able to guide and correct them. (CCC 2223), Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Youth Group Online Registration Form (Middle School). Family Faith Formation is available for PreK - 5th graders (and their families) and is a home-based program developing faith in the "Domestic Church" with games, activities andsupplies provided by Holy Spirit every two months and regular"check-ins" from our team of teachers. Please join us in using this new terminology for our faith lives. There is a registration table in the main entrance of the church where you can pick up the registration packets, and there is a box that you can turn in the completed forms. Thursday of the Sixteenth Week in Ordinary Time, Child/Youth Comprehensive Medical Release and Permission Form with Code of Conduct Assent. Copyright Holy Spirit Catholic Church 2019 Theme by ILOVEWP. Student must also be enrolled in Family Faith Formation and weekly Mass attendance is vital to ensure our commitment as parents is prioritizing our faith first. One year of previous faith formation is required. If finances are a concern, you may choose to waive the fee on theregistration form, then skip step #2. It unites us as Catholics and strengthens us as one body of Christ each time we participate in the celebration. The goal of the Office of Faith Formation is to provide the children and adults of Holy Spirit with the highest quality of Catholic formation. The 4 Pillars of the Catholic Church Challenge. The headwaters of meaningful communitybubble up through the solid earthof the Domestic Church of the Home; this river of lifeflows overand aroundthe solid rocks of the faith offered bytheParish; then, clear and strong, the waters of justice may surgeand those of right living pour forth endlesslyto refresh and heal the world -- our schools, work places, clubs and teams -- whereverwe are called to give and serve out of gratitude to God. They have the duty to provide as far as possible for the physical and spiritual needs of their children. Please print out one (1) Information Packet per family (keep for your records): 2021-2022 Children's Faith Formation Information Packet. Church of the Holy Spirit strives to provide opportunities where young people grades 1-8, and the adults who minister to them, can thrive in a caring, hospitable, Christian environment within the Catholic tradition. It is our privilege to journey in faith with every family; let's encounter Jesus Christ together! 100% attendance of Confirmation Preparation sessions Grow in their relationship with God for the whole of life Come to be supported. 224, (confidential fax 219-769-7597), or email kvenegas@dcgary.org. We have a two year process for the preparation of Sacraments and Eucharist. Come to be loved. We are working to bring Faith Formation that is relevant for the different ages of our parishioners, reflect the realities of our current family dynamics, and helps all to learn to live as a fully-alive member of the Body of Christ. Phone: 334-277-1989 (office) or 509-389-0399 (cell), Stay in the loop, sign up for REMIND text alerts by texting: @hsmgm21 to 81010.
Sacrament preparation offers powerful, meaningful lessons to help our children and their parents understand, prepare for, and celebrate the sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist in 2nd grade and Confirmation in 8th grade. And faith formation does the very same for the Christian community as it immerses people into particular practices and a particular way of life that identifies them as followers of Jesus.
If you wish to report an allegation of sexual misconduct, please contact Mrs. Kelly Venegas, SPHR, the Bishops Delegate for Sexual Misconduct Cases, at 219-769-9292, ext.
join one of the meaningful, small communities. All are asked to registerno later than June 17. Our parish community was formed in 2010 from the former parishes of St. Ann in Elmer, St. Joseph in Woodstown and Holy Name of Jesus in Mullica Hill. Faith Formation classes allow you to build a relationship with students because you get to meet once a week September through April on either Sundays at 10:45-11:45 a.m. or Monday afternoons from 5:30-6:30 p.m. All materials are provided and training sessions will be held over the summer to make sure you feel completely prepared for your role. Grow in their relationship with God for the whole of life, Live as disciples of Jesus at home, at work, in the community, and in the world, Develop an understanding of the Bible and their faith tradition, Deepen their spiritual life and practices, Engage in service and mission to the world, Participate in the life and ministries of their faith community. 2022-2023 Family Faith Formation Enrollment Form. Parents and students meet 4 times on the following Wednesdays: History of The Sacred Heart Haiti Mission, Family Promise of Rochester (*formerly IHN), Steubenville (North) Catholic Youth Conference, Adults Getting Involved in Youth Ministry. They bear witness to this responsibility first by creating a home where tenderness, forgiveness, respect, fidelity, and disinterested service are the rule. For more information, contact Merry Reardon at 408-997-5112 ormerry.reardon@dsj.org. The pastor, along with the catechist(s) of the child, are to determine the readiness of the child to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. Nothing else even comes close. The Sacrament of Confirmation is usually celebrated in eighth grade and is an opportunity for candidates to deepen their understanding of their Catholic faith and the mission of Christ. Come to grow in wisdom and grace, compassion, service and hope! The sacrament of Eucharist usually takes place during 3rd grade. 100% attendance at all Sacramental Workshops is required. 3. Your child is able to start the process at age 6 years old or older and must be at least in First Grade for year one. Parents of students currently in Kindergarten-Grade 7 are invited to register for faith formation for the 2022-2023 year. 5.
It is how we can grow as followers of Jesus, and its something that we all do at any age. If your child is eligible to begin preparation for Confirmation, there is only one schedule for 1st-year Confirmation Prep (7th grade and up) which is the same as the Sunday Family Faith Formation Schedule and 2nd-year Confirmation ( 8th grade and up) which meets two Thursdays per month. Two years of previous faith formation is required. This requires an apprenticeship in self-denial, sound judgment, and self-mastery-the preconditions of all true freedom. (Taken from http://www.dcgary.org/pdf/sacrament-guidelines.pdf). If you're interested in learning more about our Faith Formation program contact Jillian Peck, Director of Faith Formation by calling 248 -887-1634, or by emailing [emailprotected]. For more information, see our webiste page HERE Louie Latina, (702-HLY-SPRT) 702-459-7778 ext. Privacy Policy. Elementary and High School Groups: K-12th Grade. Watch for the flier promoting this program. Parents and students meet 4 times on the following Sundays: Note:All students are welcome to participate regardless of ability to pay. Registration begins now! All are welcome (we will be social distancing). We are a part of the Camden Diocese, under the leadership of the Most Reverend Dennis Sullivan. If you live the faith inside and outside of your home, your children have the greatest opportunity to do the same. Childrens Faith Formation 2021-2022 School Year: Children's Faith Formation Classes will resume Sunday, January 23, 2022 9:15am-10:45am. In lieu of attending Generations of Faith sessions, students who are preparing to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation will attend Confirmation Preparation Sessions. It is an important part of who we are as Catholics. Learn more about what Domestic Church means here, Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA), Rite of Christian Initiation for Children. Holy Spirit is re-imagining Faith Formation as being more than preparing for Sacraments, or graduating from Religious Education.
2022 Church of the Holy Spirit. 2022 Holy Spirit Church. 224, (fax 219-769-7597), o kvenegas@dcgary.org correo electrnico confidencial. At Holy Spirit Parish,we believethat such spiritual growth and development is alifelong endeavor best supported in meaningful community: a place where we will be known, loved, challenged and supported. Faith Formation is: equipping people to live as disciples of Jesus. For the list of upcoming VIRTUS training sessions, click here. You can also email or drop the forms off at the Parish office. Faith formation seeks to help people: Faith formation is for all Stages of life. Regular attendance and participation at the Sunday Mass, Regular attendance and participation in Family Faith Formation, 100% Attendance of First Eucharist Preparation sessions, Completion of First Eucharist Textbook and Family Faith Formation Assignments. The four Eucharist workshops are only PART of the requirements to celebrate this LIVING sacrament.
One should be in a state of grace, by receiving the Sacrament of Penance before the Sacrament of Confirmation Parents you are the single greatest influence on the spiritual and religious life of your children. Regular attendance and participation in weekly Sunday Liturgy Although families may join the parish and register for our Faith Formation and Sacrament programs at any time, the prime Registration Period is: Registration packets with a Welcome Letter, forms and calendars will be available in the Ministry Center within this time frame. If God is calling you to share your faith in this way, please contact Merry Reardon at 408-997-5112 or merry.reardon@dsj.org. In his latest book, Generations Together, John Roberto reaffirms a traditional, but very rich notion that faith formation informs, forms, and transforms the personwhether child, youth, or adultinto a robust, vital, and life-giving Christian faith that is holistic: a way of the head, the heart, and the hands. It is the ultimate gift of Gods love. 8. Kelly Venegas, SPHR, el Delegado del Obispo para Casos Sexuales de mala conducta, en 219-769-9292, ext. Our curriculum material is approved by the Archdiocese of Detroit and the National Conference of Catholic Bishops to be in conformity with the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). Nothing else even comes close. Your family will attend the same session each month. New to Family Faith Formation click here to see what its all about. In the world we are living Faith Formation sessions will be held in person. We invite first graders to join the process of preparation of Reconciliation/Eucharist which is a two year process. You ,may make payments online via Our Sunday Visitor Online Pay on this website. Gods greatest desirefor each of us is that we live in relationship to Him. When you Register you must pick either Session 1 or Session 2 for families with children in grades 1st thru 6th and for those students still working to eligibility for confirmation prep. 106 Louiel@cox.net. All Rights Reserved. First Fridays of the month. For more information, see our webiste page HERE Louie Latina, (702-HLY-SPRT) 702-459-7778 ext. All responses are confidential.
Come to be known. 7. This serves as early faith formation, 1st year of Sacramental Preparation and continuing Faith Formation for our PreK - 5th graders. Holy Spirit Parishs Faith Formation team strives to share with and support our parish families as they answer thecall to teach children the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the richness of the Catholic tradition. It is never finished. We offer a variety of religious education classes for adults throughout the year on various topics, including a Thursday Evening Bible Study class led by Ken Muenstermann. For pictures and current events, visit our Holy Spirit Parish official Facebook page here. Deepen their spiritual life and practices. Parents you are the single greatest influence on the spiritual and religious life of your children. Release Forms for faith formation are also available here. In our parish community, the journey begunwith Baptism is aided by a variety of programs. In the spiritual and Religious development of children, Sacrament preparation offers powerful, meaningful lessons to help our children and their parents understand, prepare for, and celebrate the sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist in 2, If you're interested in learning more about our Faith Formation program contact Jillian Peck, Director of Faith Formation by calling 248 -887-1634, or by emailing, Seniors Aging Gracefully, Sometimes (SAGS). Through strong catechetical programs, fostering community and encouraging charitable service, we endeavor to foster an environment for the development of faith that makes a difference in their lives and in the world. The mission of the Children's Faith Formation program at Holy Spirit Parish is to help all participants and their families develop a relationship with Jesus Christ and to live out their Catholic faith in ways that draw others to Christ and the Church. All Rights Reserved. In the spiritual and Religious development of children, parents are more important than anything else, including peers and media (Notre Dame Study Panel: The National Study of Youth and Religion - Bartkus and Kenan, 2016). 106 Louiel@cox.net. Confirmation is now a two-year Faith Formation Program. Not only will they understand what is going on in their faith communities more fully, they will be able to experience it with people with whom they have built faith relationships.
Parents have the first responsibility for the education of their children.
Coordinator of Faith Formation Preschool-8. Confirmation is now a two-year Faith Formation Program. With the guidance of the Holy Spirit, together we can: Deepen the awareness of Gods presence in all our lives, Enhance our place in Gods design as beloved and irreplaceable children of God, Foster an atmosphere of love and respect for others, Mentor young people to live as intentional disciples of Jesus Christ and responsible participation in the life, mission, and work of the Church, Nurture personal and spiritual growth of each young person through prayer, Mass attendance, and the Sacrament.
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, 4K-5K Grades, Edge Ministry (6th-8th Grade Faith Formation), Life Teen Ministry (9th-11th Grade Faith Formation). If your child attends our local Catholic schools, your family can still register to participate in our Family Catechesis program. Print out one (1) Registration Packet per child: 2021-2022 Registration Packet (one per child). Our catechists seek to reinforce the teachings of Jesus Christ and our Catholic Church so that we may all, young ones and adults, become and remain life-long children of God. In his latest book, Generations Together, John Roberto reaffirms a traditional, but the very rich notion that faith formation informs, forms, and transforms the person whether child, youth, or adult into a robust, vital, and life-giving Christian faith that is holistic: a way of the head, the heart, and the hands. Read our Faith Formation policies for more details. The sacrament of Reconciliation usually takes place during 2nd grade.
Parent/guardian attendance is required for all sessions. You can register below.
Sessions are held on Sundays in the Upper Room trailer/modular on our parish site (Mesa Park & Russell) from 6:30 -- 8:00 p.m. Help is needed for teachers (catechists), assistants and helpers. Registration is now open! Holy Spirit Catholic Community2003 Hassert Blvd, Naperville, Illinois 60564 (630) 922-0081, Copyright 2022 Holy Spirit Catholic Community, Site designed and maintained by The Catholic Web CompanySend Us Stuff, Office of the Bishop - Bishop Hicks Monthly Column, Bishop's Statement on the US Supreme Court - Roe v. Wade, That Man Is You--Fellowship and Formation. If your child is eligible to begin preparation for Confirmation, there is only one schedule for 1st year Confirmation Prep (7th grade and up) which is the same as the Sunday Family Faith Formation Schedule and 2nd year Confirmation (8th grade and up) which meets two Thursdays per month. Aswe grow to trust Jesus and gain confidence in him as the Way, the Truth and the Life, we yearn to come to know and love him better, to grow in wisdom and in grace. What can money in my scrip account be used for? 4. It is never complete. Powered by . Parents of students currently in Kindergarten-Grade 7 are invited to register for faith formation for the 2022-2023 year. Powered by . Completion of the Confirmation Discipleship Project Privacy Policy. Registration for all Holy Spirit faith formation and sacramental prep is offered this spring to ensure we will have all the materials by August. Blessed Sacramental Faith Formation Year 2 is available for all those who have particpated in our Family Faith Formation program (acting as Year 1 Sacramental Preparation) or those who have attended Faith Formation / Religious Educationat another parish (the previous year). Contact us at (219) 661-0644 ext 102 or email us holyspiritformation@gmail.com. Student must also be enrolled Family Faith Formation and weekly Mass attendance is vitalto ensure our commitment as parents to help guide our children to become strong followers of Christ. It isnt just for preparing for Sacraments. A disciple literally means "one who is learning." We invite all children from first grade through fifth grade to join us in our Faith Formation sessions.
Engaging children's hearts and minds through prayer opportunities, active learning, and mass attendance leads children to a life of faith and discipleship. For more information, see our webiste page HERE orplease contact:Anna Forsberg, Director of Children's Ministry annaf@holyspiritlv.org702 906 1778. 9. Contact the office if youd like to receive the binder and participate. For information about our program and polices download our Policy Booklet:Faith Formation Policy, FAMILY FAITH FORMATION 2022/2023 ENROLLMENT INFORMATION. Baptized in the catholic faith with Baptismal Certificate on file or profession of faith made Parents should teach their children to subordinate the material and instinctual dimensions to interior and spiritual ones. Parents have a grave responsibility to give good example to their children.
Our relationshipwith God our journey offaith takes a lifetime. The pastor, along with the catechist(s) of the child, are to determine the readiness of the child to receive the Holy Eucharist for the first time. Sacred scripture has a primary place in our curriculum. Attendance at all Confirmation Preparation sessions and weekly Mass attendance is vital to ensure their commitment to prioritize their faith first. Click on any of the pictures below to learn more about the programs for each grade level. Live as disciples of Jesus at home, at work, in the community, and in the world The home is well suited for education in the virtues. We are committed to supporting parents and families in living their faith inside and outside their homes. RCIA classes are also available for those who are interested in becoming Catholic or Catholics who want to learn more about our Catholic Faith.
All relationships take time and desire to build and to grow.
Note: This program is a hybrid model with 4-5 in person sessions and the remainder of material will be completed at home. Roberto goes on to say, While expressed in many different ways, faith formation seeks to help people: Candidate is expected to have participated in ongoing Faith Formation since their reception of First Eucharist. Here, at Holy Spirit, we use a process of Domestic Church for the Formation of our children who will be preparing to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation and Eucharist (Learn more about what Domestic Church means here).
Payments may be made via bank account, Mastercard, or Visa. If you live the faith inside and outside of your home, your children have the greatest opportunity to do the same.
Keep scrolling if you are interested in serving as a Catechist/Core Team Member! Parent and student materials will be provided along with digital resources. Completion of the Confirmation text book and any assignments added by the Confirmation Sacrament team. First Eucharist Celebration Sunday, May 7 at 10 am Mass, (Taken fromhttp://www.dcgary.org/pdf/sacrament-guidelines.pdf). COMPLETE FORMS, Copyright 2022 Church of the Holy Spirit. Classes are held on Wednesdays in the Upper Room trailer/modular on our parish site (Mesa Park & Russell) from 5:15 -- 6:30 p.m. Help is needed for teachers (catechists), assistants and helpers. Register Today for Elementary, Middle School and High School Sunday faith formation classes! No need to register your child if they will not be attending Sunday Childrens Faith Formation classes. (Last year, there were some supply chain issues and paper shortages which limited our ability to order materials in the fall.). A: 7667 E 109th Ave Crown Point, IN 46307, 2022 Copyright Catholic Family of the Holy Spirit, http://www.dcgary.org/pdf/sacrament-guidelines.pdf, Baptized in the catholic faith with Baptismal Certificate on file or profession of faith made. The three Reconciliation workshops are only PART of the requirements to celebrate this wonderful sacrament.
SIGN UP HERE! For specific information and requirements, contact the Faith Formation Office, at (210) 341-1397. Come to be challenged. And faith formation does the very same for the Christian community as it immerses people into the particular practices and particular way of life that identifies them as followers of Jesus. To log into your VIRTUS Online account, or to pre-register for a VIRTUS training session, click here. Confirmation Parish Participation Service Hours Form, For Adults seeking the Sacrament of Confirmation please contact our RCIA Director or clickhttps://catholicfamilyhs.org/education/rite-of-christian-initiation-rcia/, 1. Got to the page on Confirmation for more details. Adult Faith Formation (AFF) seeks to help form the faithful in such a way that they will be better able to participate in the life of their faith community. Holy Spirit offers Religious Education for youth from preschool (age 4) through 12th grade. Students will use the same textbook for 1st Year and 2nd Year Confirmation Prep. Sent to Serve. Through growing in understanding about the topic, by forming relationships with other people, and sharing faith in new ways, the participants of the learning sessions will be better prepared to participate in the faith life of the parish. To hear about our current Religious Education for Adults opportunities, watch this video by our DRE, Tracy Finke. Parents have the first responsibility for the education of their children in the faith, prayer, and all the virtues. 2021-2022 Children's Faith Formation Calendar. Family Catechesis11:15 AM-12:45 PM (Grades 1-8 in the fall of 2022). We offer anin-person class option in the Parish Life Center.