This is the classroom based model that offers Catechist led learning of the faith. The curriculum has 21 faith lessons that are scheduled from September through April.
Approximately three classes a month.
Sunday Session 1: 8:30 am – 9:50 am
Sunday Session 2: 11:10 am – 12:30 pm
The “Chosen” program is a two year faith journey to prepare for the Sacrament of Confirmation. The program shows our youth that it is not so much about them choosing God, as it is about God choosing them.
The Middle School meets Sunday mornings from 8:30 am to 9:50 am in O’Brien Hall, with 7th and 8th grade alternating weeks. (Each grade meets twice a month) (Schedule/syllabus with be provided at a later date.)
The “Chosen” program uses a Catechist led small group approach.
It consists of prayer, videos & discussion, with Faith Challenges.
This model offers a total family approach to catechesis and is designed for a family to grow in their faith together.
The curriculum has 21 faith lessons from October through April. (Schedule will be provided on the registration form.)
The program requires families to attend one faith learning session per month and complete two faith sessions per month at home.
On site Faith Sessions will include:
Gather – For a meal, prayer & large group topic presentation.
Invite - Encounter God in His Word by breaking out into age-specific lessons.
Discover- Learning for children and adults continues with a lesson or activity based in the monthly faith theme.
Share - Families gather again into a large group for discussion and sharing of faith.
At Home - Families are provided materials to continue the faith learning at home and are required to complete the two lessons before the next monthly session.
The Family Catechesis sessions are held on scheduled Sundays monthly at St. Francis of Assisi in Finley Hall from 10:00 am – 11:30 am.
The Family Catechesis program does not fulfill the requirements for 7th and 8th graders who are preparing for Confirmation. (Traditional Classroom option only for 7th and 8th graders.)
The Homeschool model offers home based learning with the parent as the primary teacher of the faith. The curriculum has 21 faith lessons which are completed at home at the parents’ discretion. (One lesson per week is preferable.)
Requirements for this year:
Second graders who will be receiving First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion may choose the Traditional model or Family Catechesis model. Homeschool is not an option.