The revised calendar is listed below. The only change is that there is NOT a Saturday, Nov. 1st, All Saint’s Day 8am Mass.
“Education is a family matter, parents and teachers must collaborate openly and constructively to form children in core values which enable them to face modern challenges”–Pope Francis
Faith Formation is open to all students grades DK through 6th grade. Classes are held in St. Patrick school classrooms on Monday evenings 6:30-8:00 pm. The fee this year is $25.00 PER STUDENT. This can be mailed in or dropped off to the Parish office, be placed in the office mailbox, or in the collection baskets in church. Make sure it is clearly marked for Faith Formation. A registration form will need to be filled out and submitted when registering students(see form above). Registration forms and tuition is due by September 1st to insure enough time to order textbooks and Catechists can get prepared.
Faith Formation Curriculum
This outreach ministry program is directed toward children 4 years old through sixth grade. Children’s Faith Formation is conducted in person at St. Patrick school using the “Spirit of Truth” curriculum.
Catechists will encourage and guide their students into a deeper love and understanding of our Catholic faith.
Along with learning the Catholic faith, parents can help teach their students to live it! Students can take part in service projects such as visiting the home-bound, making greeting cards, doing yard work, and group projects like food drives, assisting at soup kitchens and visiting nursing homes.
Contact Lori Thelen
(517) 647-6505 EXT 419
lorithelen@portlandstpats.org
Sacramental Preparation Requirements
Preparation for the Sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Communion will take place in the classroom utilizing “Blessed” from Dynamic Catholic. First Reconciliation prep will take place in the fall along with receiving the Sacrament. First Communion prep will take place in late winter early spring along with receiving the Sacrament. All students at the age of reason will need to be Baptized in order to receive their First Communion.
Contact the Children’s Faith Formation office for more information.
