Children's Faith Formation
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Our parish is a welcoming community of prayer, growing in our love of God. For our children, their love of God begins at home, and it is our goal in our Faith Formation Program to deepen that love and understanding that has begun at home.
We are hopeful that the construction for the new hall at St. Kateri will be completed in time for the fall and plan to move Confirmation classes and the monthly Youth Mass to St. Kateri for the upcoming school year.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 2023/2024
We would love if you would you like to share the faith with the children of the parish by becoming a catechist, aide, small group leader, or substitute? Lesson plans, materials, and a teacher manual are all provided. It takes many people to facilitate a faith formation program. Catechist training will be provided in early September before classes begin. If you are able to help or would like more information, please let us know.
If you would like to help or need more information, please contact Patsy Gillespie at 508-746-0663, ext. 206. or email her Patsy Gillespie
First Holy Communion (FHC) and Confirmation preparation are two-year programs. All children must complete the first-year preparation prior to registering for the second year. The requirements for FHC are 80% class attendance as well as attendance at the Reconciliation and Eucharistic Retreats. FHC is designed for children in grades 1-3 and the Confirmation program is designed for high school students. The requirements for Confirmation I and II are 80% attendance, 15 hours of Community Service, of which 8 need to be at the parish, as well as participation in the Retreats.
APPS FOR KIDDOS
It's hard to keep children off their phones and off of social media. Following your own family rules for electronics is paramount. Here is an app designed for children that focus on their religious development.
The Hallow App is another good one!.
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October Happenings
There are several special family events on the calendar for next year including:
Parish Picnic This is a fun, free event for all members of the parish. Rumor has it that Fr. Paul will be in the dunk tank this year! September 17 at St. Kateri
Trick or Treat on Main St. We hope to include a Saint Trunk or Treat in the St. Peter’s parking lot for this popular town event. Let Patsy know if you would like to decorate your trunk and which Saint theme you choose. October 31 at St. Peter
Candle Rosary Open to the whole parish,adults will lead the prayers, the children will light a candle for each prayer of the Rosary and the younger children will hold up pictures for each of the mysteries. October 10 at St. Kateri
Prepare the Way! Our day to prepare for Advent with wreaths, crafts, and a visit from St. Nick. December 2 at St. Peter
Nativity Play The children will put together the play after the 10 AM Mass with the play for the whole parish at 3 PM. December 17 at St. Kateri (We are hoping to have Angel Choir rehearsals on Wednesdays during Advent to help the children learn the songs.)
Little Lenten Family Retreat - This is a new event planned for March 5 (no school for primary voting) for families to take time during Lent to prepare for Holy Week and Easter. The plan is to have families rotate through various stations including crafts, prayer, Confession, service, and activities. March 5 at Our Lady of Lourdes.
- (Children took a tour of the Church and learned about the many liturgical items. In the picture above they were learning about Adoration and looking at the Monstrance used.)
Registration for Faith Formation is now taking place. Click on the Faith Formation tab on the left sidebar and register. Further information is available above by clicking on Registration and Fees.(including the proposed class schedules, tuition and fees and sacrament requirements)
If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to me, I can be reached at 508-746-0663, ext. 206 or email me at Patsy Gillespie
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