St. John Paul II Catholic Parish has a unique approach to Faith Formation for children in grades PK-5! How it works:
1 - At the church: The entire family gathers for “Faith Formation Sunday” on the 2nd Sunday of the month from 11:30am-12:30pm (beginning in September). Parents attend a workshop, where they learn through teaching, discussion, and prayer. Children will be dismissed to review sessions according to their grade or sacrament they are preparing for (First Reconciliation and/or First Eucharist & Confirmation). Childcare for younger children is available.
2 - In the home: Parents teach their children with clearly designed lessons and activities that involve the whole family. If you have children preparing for First Reconciliation and/or First Eucharist & Confirmation you will utilize a specific curriculum for the sacraments. If you have children who are not preparing for a sacrament you will use a different curriculum.
3 - In small group communities: Families meet monthly with other families for food, discussion and fellowship.
OTHER: If you have a child who would like to be baptized or is older than 2nd/3rd grade and would like to prepare for Reconciliation, Confirmation or Eucharist please reach out to the Director of Faith Formation, Kristina: KristinaH@StJP2.org . We'd be happy to assist!
If you would like to register a middle school (6th-8th grade) and/or high school (9th-12th grade) teen, Visit Youth Group Registration!
Finally, lots of additional information will be shared at the first Faith Formation Sunday on September 8th. In the meantime, please feel free to reach out to the Director of Faith Formation, Kristina: KristinaH@StJP2.org .