FAITH FORMATION PROGRAMS
Generations of Faith
GOF is our "anchor" faith formation program, and is a place all ages and whole households come to grow in faith and learn to better practice their faith together. It is held once a month, and you choose which day of the week works best for you: Sunday from 11am-1pm or Wednesday evening from 6-8pm. All ages come together for a meal, split into age-based groups to learn, experience, and discuss the same topic, then everyone comes back together for a recap and closing prayer. Participants are then given resources to use at home between the monthly sessions.
A couple new things coming to GOF this year:
For more information on these and more exciting developments to the GOF program, make sure to attend the September 10th Faith Formation Kickoff at 6pm.
A couple new things coming to GOF this year:
- A new resource. Our Sunday Visitor's Alive in Christ will offer a more structured sequence of topics and better at-home and in-class resources and activities.
- All High School Students are welcome! Last year, only freshmen were provided programming at GOF. This year, we have partnered with St. Mary's Youth Leadership Team to provide programming for all youth in grades 9-12.
- Pick Three. Part of being formed in our faith is learning how to be part of a parish community. We are partnering with the Parish Life, Liturgy, and Peace and Justice committees this year to provide opportunities for those involved in GOF to become more involved in the life of the parish. We're inviting families and individuals to "pick three" of these opportunities to try sometime during the year.
For more information on these and more exciting developments to the GOF program, make sure to attend the September 10th Faith Formation Kickoff at 6pm.
Sacraments
First CommunionWe offer preparation for a child's First Eucharist to students in 2nd grade and their parents (or students older than 2nd grade who have not received this Sacraments). Children who are preparing for first communion gather once a month with their parents for a lesson and activity. They will also receive the sacrament of Reconciliation for the first time during this year. We ask that the child's family also attend GOF together.
Contact Michelle Stone, Coordinator of Faith Formation, for more information Office Phone: (319) 352-2493 X17 Email: michelle@stmarysfamily.com |
ConfirmationWe offer a two-year preparation program during teens sophomore and junior year (older students may start the process later.) We meet 12 times a year to share a meal, grow in faith, ask questions and spend time in prayer. Due to space limitations, those preparing for the sacrament of confirmation do not have a GOF session but are welcome to attend with their family and volunteer.
Contact Coordinator of Youth Formation, for more information. Office Phone: (319) 352-2493 X16 Email: julie@stmarysfamily.com |
Middle School EDGE
Middle School Edge is a once a month opportunity for 5th-8th grade students to come together, have fun, eat food, make friends, and grow in faith. Dinner is included and it is free!
Michelle Stone
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Julie Feldhake
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