Children & Youth Faith Formation
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“Catechesis is the process of transmitting the Gospel, as the Christian community has received it, understands it, celebrates it and communicates it in many ways.” (General Directory for Catechesis #105)

The aim of catechesis is to lead believers to a deeper knowledge and love of Christ and the Church and a firm commitment to follow him.  Jesus Christ is at the heart of all catechesis. It is in communion with Jesus that all believers share in the mystery of the Holy Trinity—the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. (Summary of the National Directory for Catechesis, p 10)

Elementary Faith Formation (Grades 1 through 6)
In our Elementary classes, students explore a variety of Catholic Christian teachings and practices, including sacraments, morality, prayer, and social justice.  Using our spiral curriculum, our children are formed in the richness of our faith year after year, going deeper in their journey to know, love and serve the Lord, Christian service, the Trinity, the Church, and Scripture.  Catechists present lessons involving a diverse array of activities and learning/teaching methods to best foster children’s growth in their faith. 

Faith Formation Sessions for grades 1 through 6
Wednesday evenings 6:00pm -7:30pm September through April at St. Philip Neri-St. Anne
Sunday mornings 9:00am - 10:15am September through April at St. Agnes, Marion

Middle School and High School Faith Formation (Grades 7-12)
Faith Formation for those in grades 7-12 generally takes place bi-weekly on Sundays from September through April with some Saturday events.  Please keep updated on the changing  schedule as events are scheduled.