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Faith Formation
Programs
2011 - 2012
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Preschool
meets on Sunday mornings, October to May,
during the 9:00 a.m. Liturgy in order that
parents may attend Liturgy in a more
prayerful manner. The program is for 3 and
4 year olds and Kindergartners. Enrollment
is limited due to classroom space.
Julie Henderson
Pre-School Faith Formation
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Elementary
Grade 1-5 classes
are offered Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
afternoon from 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. and Thursday
evening from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.,
October to May. When completing the
registration form please mark your first,
second and third choices for class days.
We cannot guarantee your first choice.
You will be
notified by e-mail shortly after processing
if you do not get your first choice.
Glenna Benton
Faith Formation Office
Director
925-939-9544 ext.125
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Middle School - October to
mid-May
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Middle School
sessions, October to May
Sixth Grade
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Monday evenings 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
The scripture centered curriculum is experienced through large group and small group activities and social interaction.
Parents are welcome to join the 6th Grade team and students at any gathering and .are required to attend 4 specific gatherings during the year.
Glenna Benton
Faith Formation Office
Director
925-939-9544 ext.125
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Seventh Grade -
Tuesday evenings at 7:00 - 8:30pm
Offers an opportunity to learn about and discuss the Christian Scriptures of the New Testament in the Catholic tradition. We will study the people, events and cultures of Jesus' life time and how to apply that to our lives.
We also have a time for socializing, service projects, and a mini-retreat. The door is always open to parents and/or teens for any questions or concerns. (October through mid-May)
Eighth Grade -
Tuesday evenings at 7:00 - 8:30pm
The 8th grade program is a special opportunity for students to study Christian values with such topics as God's Image, Understanding Myself, Making Decisions, Male/Female Issues, Relationships, and much more.
This is not a sex education course, but is about applying Christian Values and Catholic Morals to aid in the confusing world of a teen.
We also have a time for socializing, service projects, and a miniretreat. The door is always open to parents and/or teens for any questions or concerns.
(October through mid-May)
Myrna Aiello
Director of Middle School Faith Formation
925-939-7911 ext. 250
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High School Faith
Formation meets on Wednesdays from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m., October to May. Open to all high school students Grades 9 – 12.
More...
Alicia Lang
High School Faith Formation, Director
(925) 939-7911 ext 108
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Sacrament Preparation
Children must be enrolled in a faith formation program for at least one year before beginning the preparation process. If you meet the criteria you can indicate on the registration form that you would like your child to be in sacrament preparation, Information and registration forms will be mailed to you or you can pick them up at the Faith Formation office.
For Baptism please contact Marie Walton at the Parish Office (925-939-7911, ext. 106) or
For First Reconciliation and First Eucharist, students must be 2nd Grade level or above. For Confirmation, students must be 11th Grade level or above.
Faith Formation Options
If your child or children are unable to attend Faith Formation sessions at St. John Vianney or if you prefer a different style of Faith Formation we offer several options:
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Home Study for Individuals |
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Home Study for Groups |
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Family Intergenerational Religious Education |
a Small Christian Communities |
Monthly evening sessions at St. John Vianney Faith Formation Center are offered for individuals and groups participating in Faith Formation options. Both students and parents/families attend these sessions.
If you are interested, register for Faith Formation and check the Home Individual or Group option of the Registration Form and we will contact you with more information. |
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Updated 10/04/2011
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