High School
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Elementary
Children’s Liturgy of the Word Vacation Bible School Beneath a canopy of chattering birds and howling monkeys of Rainforest Falls, kids will plunge into a life-long adventure, discovering the nature made by God, and exploring what it means to be rooted in relationship with our creator, a safe place in life’s storms. Date: Monday, 8/3/2026,
Faith Formation Calendar
2026-2027 Program Year, Printable Calendar: Click HERE.
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Small Groups
Faith Formation Small Group Programs (Age 3 through Grade 12) Faith formation begins in small group communities where participants grow through relationship, prayer, and age-appropriate catechesis. Reflecting the early Church, these groups foster discipleship through shared faith, personal support, and meaningful discussion. This setting helps individuals deepen their relationship with Christ, live out the Gospel,
OCIA
OCIA adapted for children (Age 7+) The Order of Christian Initiation for Adults adapted for Children (OCIA) is a faith-filled journey that helps children come to know Jesus, grow in their relationship with the Church, and prepare to receive the Sacraments of Initiation, Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation, which welcome them fully into Catholic life. This
Confirmation Preparation
Confirmation (Grade 9+) The Sacrament of Confirmation calls young people to prepare their hearts and minds to receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Through prayer, learning, and reflection, candidates deepen the faith they first received at Baptism and grow in their relationship with Christ and the Church. This preparation helps them understand the meaning
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Sacramental Preparation
About Sacraments The sacraments are sacred visible signs instituted by Christ and entrusted to the Church, through which God shares His grace with us (cf. Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1131). They strengthen our relationship with God, help us grow in holiness, and guide us in living a Christian life. Because the sacraments are encounters
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Individuals with disAbilities
If you have a loved one with a disAbility, who is interested in catechesis, First Reconciliation, First Eucharist and/or Confirmation, but finds conventional preparation programs unsuitable, we’re here to help. Adaptive learning in faith formation is a transformative approach that personalizes religious education based on individual needs. This method fosters deeper understanding and engagement, accommodating
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Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (Ages 3-12) Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is a Montessori-based approach to religious formation rooted in Scripture and liturgy. Children work with hands-on materials in a sacred, prayerful environment called the atrium, fostering a sense of wonder, contemplation, and a personal relationship with Jesus, the Good Shepherd. Prerequisite: students must
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Faith Formation
About our Program The Church of St. Joseph welcomes you! Our parish faith formation program exists to support families in forming missionary disciples of Jesus Christ. Rooted in the life of the Church, our approach emphasizes evangelizing catechesis, not only passing on knowledge of the faith, but nurturing a living, personal relationship with Jesus Christ