Faith Formation
Community Faith 2019-2020:
an overview of roles and responsibilities
Parishioners and Community members
- Pray for our parish community and the success of Community Faith
- Welcome to attend any Community Faith sessions throughout the year
Enrolled Family expectations
- 30 minutes of work each week; monthly check-in with Program Director
- Attend once a month Community Faith gathering, perfectly timed for Mass attendance
- Volunteers for a variety of roles and participates in parish activities
Faith Partner
- Prays for a specific family or two
- Develop a friendship with partner family over the course of the year
- Welcome to attend Community Faith with partner family
Faith Facilitator
- Participates in planning lessons and activities for monthly Community Faith gatherings
- Helps facilitate monthly Community Faith gatherings
Program Director
- Matches Enrolled Family groups and Faith Partners
- Monthly check in with Enrolled Families, and Faith Partners
- Collaborates with Faith Facilitators for planning and running monthly Community Faith gatherings
- Directly supports and provides resources to Families, Faith Partners, and Faith Facilitators
- Ensures Diocesan policies and curriculum are being followed
For more information check out the Frequently Asked Questions about Community Faith!
Any additional questions or concerns, please contact Christine DeVito at 226-2100 or Christine.devito@dor.org
Sacraments: Under the New Policies for the Diocese of Rochester, candidates for sacraments must be registered in a faith formation program or Catholic School for one full year prior to beginning preparation.
First Reconciliation is now celebrated before First Eucharist, beginning in 2nd grade, and Confirmation preparation is a two-year process that begins no sooner than 8th grade.
Check out some photos from Community Faith!!!!
Sharing the Good News photos:
Reconciliation and Grace photos
A brief video from Fr. Mike on Reconciliation and Grace! https://youtu.be/6CY_LZe-CWg
Epiphany!
Advent
Confirmation Learning Overview
Confirmation and Family Service Opportunities
High School Youth Ministry
If you have any questions, please contact Christine DeVito at 226-2100 or christine.devito@dor.org
