BLESSED SACRAMENT PARISH COMMUNITY
3109 Swede Ave Midland MI 48642-3842
989-835-6777
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Faith Formation Registration 2008-09
Program Registration for children 4 yrs. old thru 12th grade
If you would like your children to be involved in the 2008-2009 Faith Formation programs you may register now.
Click here for a blank registration form.
You can complete and return to the parish office.
Registration instructions, with program information click here
Registration fees: $35 per child - $100 per family maximum
| Pre-School (4 & 5-year olds) | We Believe - Elementary (Grades 1-5) |
| Dates & Times & Calendars | Faith Formation Handbook 2007-2008 |
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Christian Initiation for Children [who are over the age of 6 and have never been baptized]
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Take the Plunge
Dive Deep Into God's Word |
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We have 3 assemblies during regular faith formation hours and a mini mission in the evenings on February 20 & 21. The mini mission includes sessions for adults & teens and one for children.
We Celebrate:
Prayers and Practices Guide for Parents
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THANK YOU
Our Faith Formation Programs are truly blessed with awesome volunteers who share their faith with our children and youth. These volunteer "catechists, aides and youth leaders" share the gospel message by inviting our youngsters to respond in faith, prayer, worship and community service. |
| Volunteer Information: Catechist Aide The Call of the Catechist Purpose of Catechesis |
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Pre-School (4 & 5-year olds)
Discovering God's Word Discovering God's Love Children learn, love, and share their Catholic faith Building Christian Community Sharing Stories Prayer Listening to the Gospel Movement Music Crafts Sadlier Publishing www.webelieveweb.com |
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We Believe - Elementary (Grades 1-5)
Children Learn, love and share their Catholic Faith Three-step Process We Gather We Believe We Respond Every Chapter contains Faith Statements Varied Activities that use Multiple Intelligences Key Words - defined for religious literacy Scripture - integrated into each session Art & Photos that appeal to children Art & End of chapter Review - offers assessment options Art & We respond in Faith - helps children live their faith Art & Sharing Faith with My Family - helps children to initiate family prayer and sharing Sadlier Publishing www.webelieveweb.com |
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DATES & TIMES FOR FAITH FORMATION
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Pre-School (4 & 5-year olds)
We Believe (Elementary - Grades 1-5) |
Sunday | 9:40 - 10:50 am |
| Monday | 4:15 - 5:30 pm | |
| Wednesday | 4:15 - 5:30 pm | |
| (Children attend one session a week.) | ||
Pre-School (4-year olds)
Using Pflaum Gospel Weeklies, SEEDS, catechists engage the children in age-appropriate activities that allow them to experience the Gospel through talking, listening, praying and singing out with love and joy!
Pre-School (5-year olds)
Using Pflaum Gospel Weeklies, PROMISE, catechists help the children begin to participate in worship with an active surrounding. Storytelling, prayer, and fun activities relate children's own experiences to the Gospel.
We Believe - Sadlier Publishing [Elementary, grades 1-5]
This curriculum enables the catechist to provide a complete and age-appropriate presentation of our faith. It also helps form children as evangelizers through knowledge, skill development and practice in sharing our faith. Liturgy and social justice is also a component of each lesson.
Ministry Description: Catechists plan and teach a 75 minute session following the course of study. Attend catechist formation sessions offered during the year.
Pre-School (4 & 5-year olds) or We Believe (Elementary, Grades 1-5)
Ministry Description: Serves as an extra pair of hands. Assist the catechist in the hands-on activities, getting supplies, copies, etc. An aide doesn't necessarily plan or implement the lesson, but is there every week in a supportive and affirming role.
| Qualities Needed . . . | Contact Person - Julie Davis |
| Patience | Associate Director of Children's Faith Formation |
| Love of Children | 835-6777, ext. 232 |
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THE CALL OF THE CATECHIST
Every baptized Catholic is personally called by the Holy Spirit to make their contribution to the coming of God's Kingdom . . .At the origin of the catechist's vocation, therefore, apart from the sacraments of baptism and confirmation, there is a specific call from the Holy Spirit. Read the words of the prophet Isaiah 6:8, "Here I am, send me." Spend some time reflecting of these words.
PURPOSE OF CATECHESIS
Catechesis is a Greek term that means to "re-echo" or "re-sound." Used in the context of the mission of the Church, catechesis re-echoes or re-sounds the Good News of Jesus Christ. Catechesis includes the intentional and systematic efforts to enable all ages to grow in faith, lifelong discipleship, and conversion, as well as the whole process of initiation into the faith community. Spend some time in prayer.
If you would like more information, please contact Julie (835-6777, ext. 232.) We have a wonderful catechetical support system, great resources and plenty to make your teaching experience a real adventure!
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