K-6 Faith Formation Weekly Program

This is Good Shepherd’s primary source of faith instruction for children in grades K-6.
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This program provides an opportunity for children to learn about our Catholic faith through the study of the Christ Our Life series. Classes are held weekly throughout the year from September through April. Parents may choose to enroll their child/ren in the Tuesday 4:45 or 6:30 p.m. session or the Wednesday 5:15 p.m. session.

The classes are taught by volunteer catechists. Training and materials are provided if you wish to volunteer to be a catechist or a classroom aide. Children are invited to participate in various social outreach programs sponsored by the parish.

Registration Form 2012-13 Year

Registration Form: Faith Formation Programs Registration Form: Faith Formation Programs (15 KB), 11-Apr-2012

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Additional Faith Formation Program Offerings for Families

Preschool - During the Sunday Mass times, children ages 3 and 4 are invited to learn about God’s great love by listening to Bible stories and doing related activities. Learn more >

Children's Liturgy of the Word - At the 9:00 and 10:30 Sunday Masses, children in Kindergarten through sixth grade may leave the congregation prior to the Liturgy of the Word for adults. Catechists take the Sunday readings and study these with the children on an age appropriate level. The children rejoin the congregation at the Offertory. Learn more >

K-6 Summer Faith Formation - This program provides an opportunity for children to learn about our Catholic faith through the study of the Christ Our Life series. Classes are held during the last two weeks of July from 8:15 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. The day begins with Mass and the priests gear their homilies especially toward the children. The program includes class instruction by certified teachers, music, lunch, recess and a concluding prayer service. The children are also invited to participate in a social justice outreach project.

Parent volunteers are welcome to help as classroom teacher aides, supervise lunch or recess. Learn more >

Family Faith Connections - Families are encouraged to attend these Saturday workshops that are offered throughout the year. Learn more >

Parenting Programs - These evening programs are presented throughout the year by various speakers. The programs are offered as a support to parents. Learn more >

Vacation Bible School - This summer program is held in June for children ages 4–9. Jesus said, “Let the little children come to Me” and Vacation Bible School is a way to lead children to Jesus through Bible stories, prayer, music, crafts and snacks all carrying out the theme chosen for the week. The two sessions are 9:00–11:00 a.m. or 1:00–3:00 p.m

VBS relies on parent volunteers. For further information or to volunteer, please email or call. Learn more >

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