Faith Formation Commission
Faith Formation |
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Parish Life
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Spiritual Life |
Youth Ministry
Chair: Leslie Hughes
This commission direct and coordinates a comprehensive, multi-generational program of instruction and formation to promote life-long growth in our Catholic faith and way of life. Membership on the Faith Formation Commission (FFC) represents each of the Catholic Community communities and consists of the heads of the committees under its guidance and those appointed by the chairperson.
Groups under the direction of the FFC are:
Adult Faith Formation Committee
Adult Faith Formation fosters growth in personal faith and understanding of the Catholic traditions through prayer and study. Various groups address scripture, catechism and church teaching, which provides the opportunity for continued growth in faith. Programs include information, discussion, discernment.
Rite of Christion Initiation of Adults (RCIA) Team
RCIA is the process by which adults 16 are prepared for entry into the Catholic Church through the Easter sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Eucharist. Parishioners serve as team members or sponsers, providing hospitality, information, and friendship to inquirers. Team members assist the RCIA Director; sponsers accompany the adult learners through the initiation process. Sessions meet regularly beginning in the fall and ending after Easter.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Adapted for Children
Special inquiry sessions for those children and youth who have not recieved sacraments at the usual time are held as needed. Families are invited to join peers in the school or parish faith formation programs. This is the process by which children of ages 7-16 are prepared for entry into the Catholic Church. Sessions meet as needed.
Catechists
Catechists volunteer their time in sharing their faith with the children and youth of the parish. They teach in the classroom during our Wednesday evening program for children grades K thru 5 and Sunday evening for the grades 6-12, Junior High and Senior High. Volunteers receive supervision, training, and materials. Catechists teach weekly during the school year.
Vacation Bible School Team
For one week during the summer, Vacation Bible school provides fun and faith-filled activities for children pre-school (4yrs) through grade 6, to participate in events and activities that are educational, fun, and based on a specific theme from the Catholic tradition that enrich faith and build community. Volunteers of all ages contribute as leaders and support to run activities, to be group leaders, and to help with snacks and crafts.
Confirmation Team
The Confirmation Team assists the Director of Religious Education with all aspects of preparing the Catholic Communities confirmation candidates. Confirmation is organized every two years with meetings and events through the school year prior to confirmation.
Sponsor Couples for the Engaged
Sponsor couples assist the pastor in preparing the engaged for the Sacrament of Matrimony.
Activities besides the above sponsored by the Faith Formation Commission:
Sacramental Preparation
Seasonal Instructional Series Book Study
Evening with the Saints
Adult Bible Study