Faith Formation Programs
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Truly I tell you, anyone who does not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it."
Our Program’s goal is to assist you in teaching the faith to your children. Our catechists follow Archdiocesan Religion Curriculum Guidelines and use approved textbooks for each class level.As parents and catechists, our mission and goal is to nurture the growth of each child in a lifelong, personal relationship of love, faith, and knowledge of Our Lord, Jesus Christ. Working together, through the intercession of Saint Thomas and with the continuous guidance of the Holy Spirit. -
confirmation program
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Confirmation Preparation in PREP is a one year process that begins in 7th grade & continues into the fall of 8th grade.
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In 7th grade our Catechists implement the Archdiocesan framework as well as the following program to ensure our students’ readiness for the Sacrament.
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The “Purpose” Confirmation Program by Life Teen is used.
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The Purpose curriculum focuses on evangelizing young people and accompanying them as they become disciples. The curriculum addresses three big questions, "Why believe in God?", "Why trust Jesus?" and "Why be a part of the Church?"
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Candidates attend sessions during the school year covering the above material, or they may attend Camp Caritas to cover this requirement via a summer camp experience.
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Candidates attend a Confirmation Retreat
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Candidates select a Saint and confirmation name, and sponsor, and perform various works of mercy throughout the year.
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Candidates (and/or their families) must hand in all necessary forms to the Faith Formation Office
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In the fall of 8th grade
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Candidates submit a Saint project in September
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Candidates share their Saint Research with the Parish after our Sunday Masses
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Candidates hand in logs of their Works of Mercy (4)
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Candidates meet for a review while awaiting their Confirmation Day
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Candidates complete final Assessment
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traditional program21-22, Religious Education classes are offered for grade levels 1-6 on
Tuesday afternoonsfrom 4:30 PM to 5:45 PM&Sunday MorningsFrom 10:00 AM to 11:15 PM -
permission forms 2020-2021The attached forms are for the following programs:
The first two forms are due to COVID & virtual learning- Virtual PREP Acknowledgment form for all students in every grade & program
- Release Waiver for in person instruction for Level 2nd & 7th grade
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