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Faith Formation
~ K-8th Grade Traditional CCD
~ 9th &10th Grade Confirmation Preparation
~ Generations of Faith
Our catechesis program aims to work with the children and families of the parish to receive the Sacraments of First Reconciliation, First Holy Communion, and Confirmation. St. Cecilia has been offering classes to the youth of this community for over 100 years. Over 40 volunteers serve as teachers and aides to over 500 students.
The Faith Formation programs at St. Cecilia strive to help all the families involved come to better know, love, and serve Jesus Christ through participation in the life of the Church and the frequent reception of the Sacraments.
If you have questions about program policies, requirements, or registration, please contact Jim Clancy at the parish office or at stcecilia.faithformation@gmail.com.
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Catechetical Family Teaching Points
In an effort to offer the best support and programing possible, we are now including teaching goals for each grade level (Kindergarten through 8th grade). These basic teaching goals are to be taught, practiced, and regularly reinforced at home. Parents have the chief responsibility to teach and pass on the faith to their children. These teaching goals should serve as a structured and simple teaching plan for parents.
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
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K-8th Grade Traditional CCDSundays from 10:30 - 11:30 am
This traditional program includes our 2nd grade sacrament preparation for First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion. Classes meet on Sunday mornings in the Divine Mercy Academy school building for 1 hour.
Please note that there will no longer be classes offered on Monday afternoons.
Along with the traditional class, parents will be given simple assignments to work with their children at home.
Parents will also be given the opportunity and requirement to receive adult faith formation throughout the year. Parents will need to attend 2 of the 4 'Parent Retreats.' These 'Parent Retreats' will be held on a Saturday morning in October, December, January, and March.
*** REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED FOR ALL CLASSES ***2018-2019 K-8th Grade Traditional CCD - Registration Form
2018-2019 K-8th Grade Traditional CCD - Calendar
2018-2019 Student Handbook
2018-2019 2nd Grade Policies__________________________________________________________________
2018-2019 Adaptive CCD
(special education)Adaptive CCD program is for children with special needs. Students that may need extra help or extra careful attention in their formation are welcome in this program. Please contact Jim Clancy at the parish office for more informaiton.
2018 - 2019 Adaptive CCD - Registration Form
2018-2019 Adaptive CCD - Calendar (COMING SOON)__________________________________________________________________
2018-2019 Confirmation Program
9th & 10th GradeConfirmation is a 2 year program for students in 9th and 10th grade. The Sacrament of
Confirmation is received in the spring of the 2nd year of the program. Classes meet on Tuesday night in the Divine Mercy Academy school building from 7:00-8:00 pm.
2018 - 2019 Confirmation - Registration Form
2018-2019 Confirmation - Calendar
2018 - 2019 Confirmation - Policies
2018-2019 10th Grade Confirmation - Bishop Serratelli's Q&A (COMING SOON)
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2018-2019 Generations of Faith
We are excited to offer total family catechesis. In this program all members of the family have a chance to learn and grow together. Students in sacrament preparation years (2nd, 9th, & 10th) will still need to be enrolled in the traditional / confirmation program.
Generations of Faith is a once per month program that will meet on a Friday night. This program is designed for the entire family; babies to retired seniors are welcome to register. There is no drop off service, so children will need to be accompanied by one or both parents.
*** REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED ***
2018 - 2019 Generations of Faith - Registration Form
2018 - 2019 Generations of Faith - Calendar__________________________________________________________________
Formation Night
Every Thursday night in Hayes Hall from 7:00 - 8:00 pm we will offer a variety of adult Faith Formation events. These events will include guest speakers, discussion groups, guided tours of the Church, video presentations, and many more exciting events. No RSVP is needed and all are welcome. Check the weekly bulletin or contact the parish office for more information.
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The Catacombs
(Youth Group)"Let no one have contempt for your youth, but set an example for those who believe, in speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity.” - 1 Tm 4:12
2018-2019 Calendar
6th - 8th
2018-2019 Catacombs
Registration Forms
St. Cecilia is happy to offer a place for the teens of our parish to gather. This group is open to all middle school students interested in growing in their faith and friendships in the Church. The youth group meets monthly at the parish office for prayer, food and fellowship. The group is also active in planning events in and around our parish.
Registration is requiredFor more information please contact the parish office or stcecilia.faithformation@gmail.com.
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Links and Important Information
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
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Requirements for working with children
All volunteers and staff members that work with or have regular contact with children will need to complete: 1) a criminal background check, 2) read and sign off on a code of conduct, and 3) attend a Protecting God's Children workshop.
Here are the instruciton for completing the above requirements.
Instructions
Registration