Religious Education

Baptized children in the 2nd grade or above must regularly attend Religious Education/Sacramental prep classes in order to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Eucharist. We understand that today's children are very busy and we are willing to work with parents as best we can when conflicts arise. However, we hope that priority is given to your child's Spiritual growth and faith life. 

Registration forms are on the round table.

- Registration is open for First Communions and Confirmations classes which will begin on Wednesday, August 16  at 5:30 pm - 6:30pm  in Person 
We use: LAYOLA PRESS BOOKS

Important Dates: 

FIRST RECONCILIATION
March ___, 2024  at 10:00 am in St. Joseph's Church 
  
FIRST COMMUNION
Saturday, April ___, 2024 at 10:00 am in Spanish
Sunday, April ___, 2024 at 10:30 am inEnglish



Educación Religiosa

Los niños bautizados en el 2do grado o superior deben asistir regularmente a clases de Educación Religiosa / Preparación Sacramental para recibir los Sacramentos de la Reconciliación y la Primera Eucaristía. Entendemos que los niños de hoy están muy ocupados y estamos dispuestos a trabajar con los padres lo mejor que podamos cuando surjan conflictos. Sin embargo, esperamos que se dé prioridad al crecimiento espiritual y la vida de fe de su hijo. 

Los formularios de inscripción están en la mesa redonda.

- La inscripción está abierta para las clases de Primeras Comuniones y Confirmaciones que comenzarán el miércoles, 16 de agosto de 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm en persona 
Utilizamos: LAYOLA PRESS BOOKS

Fechas importantes: 

PRIMERA RECONCILIACIÓN
Marzo ___, 2024 a las 10:00 am en la Iglesia de San José 
  
PRIMERA COMUNIÓN
sábado, abril ___, 2024 a las 10:00 am en español
domingo, abril ___, 2024 a las 10:30 am enEspañol

First Holy Communion Preparation
 Your families can still be fostering a love for the Mass and the Eucharist at home. Trust in the Holy Spirit and God’s grace.  Please keep in mind that rather than a checklist of knowledge to learn and assess, we must captivate and foster families’ love for the Mass and Eucharist. 
 
An Act of Spiritual Communion (Modern Translation)   
My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament. 
I love You above all things, and I desire to receive You into my soul. 
Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You. Amen. 

 
Available for free on YouTube: 

1. Sophia Sketchpad:

2. How to Receive Communion: Busted Halo Sacraments

3. What We Believe: Busted Halo Sacraments

4. Bishop Barron: On the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist (For Parents) https://youtu.be/bJjW3LXuHzo   

Registration is open for all of our children and youth religious education programs. But why do I need to sign my kids up for classes, anyway? To help answer that question, we are bringing you the top five reasons 

I want my children to have friends at church.

Our friends play an important role in our lives and the lives of our children. They challenge us, question us, and influence our decisions. By giving our children an opportunity to discover and nurture friendships within our faith community, we are enabling them to journey towards a stronger faith, hand-in-hand.

I want our family to be part of a strong Tradition and caring Community

Our church has its roots in Jesus. When Jesus was here, he gathered in community with others, often around the table. When we gather at Eucharist, it makes a difference when we know the other people in the pews. Participating in Faith Formation allows us to grow together as one strong, caring community.

I can’t do this alone. There is so much to know about the Catholic church.

Vatican II tells us that, as parents, we are the first and foremost teachers in our children’s lives. It can be frightening to take on this responsibility alone, especially if we don’t feel as if we know enough, so our parish community is here to help your family on your faith journey. We offer classes and support for any age and at all levels. Just contact us!

I really need that weekly hour of quiet in my life.

It’s true. We, as parents, need a little time to nurture our faith as well. Take this opportunity after leaving your children with us to gather with other parents for coffee, have a quick date with your spouse, join in an adult faith formation session, or spend some time in prayer.

I want my child to have a strong relationship with God.

If we want our children to be good musicians, we sign them up for lessons and encourage them to practice. If we want our children to become good athletes, we sign them up for sports and encourage them to practice.

We invite you to join us as we move further along our faith journey!

(borrowed from the website stbenedict.org)

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