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First Reconciliation (Confession) andFirst Holy Communion
For the 2020-2021 school year, Discovery with St. Joseph Marello will offer sacramental prep classes for 2nd graders and older who are seeking the sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion. We are excited to launch a new program published by the Augustine Institute: Signs of Grace! Parents, as the primary catechists of their children, will also participate in several required workshops using the Forgiven and Presence programs found on www.formed.org.
Children will receive very high-quality and engaging materials developed by the publisher to aid them in their spiritial and personal faith journey.
Materials Fee
Children in 2nd Grade - 5th Grade who are already enrolled in Discovery or Survival Kit. and need the sacraments: your child will automatically be enrolled! Materials Fee = $50 per childDiscovery Student Materials Fee Payment
Children not enrolled in Discovery or Survival Kit: parents need to complete the full enrollment form, below. Fee = $70 per child
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Tentative Schedule
Classes for students will be held virtually on Tuesdays starting 1/12 from 4:30pm - 5:45pm beginning in January via Zoom for the month of January. We will transition to in-person with Zoom optional once the conditions change and the diocese allows it. Classes at that time will be held in the Ministry Center with distancing protocols in place.
Parent Education to Support Your Child's Spiritual GrowthIn order to support your child's spiritual journey for these important sacraments, we want to equip you with the knowledge you need. Your child will have questions, may struggle, and may also have some interesting comments for you to engage. This is a great opportunity to re-experience these sacraments with your child as well!
Therefore, we are excited to provide parent workshops held during your child(ren)'s classes in an adjacent classrooms 4 & 5 at the same time as class those dates. These workshops entail viewing an episode from the Formed.org programs, Forgiven and Presence. Then, we will discuss in class more about the materials, have a chance to dialog about your questions or experiences, and have fellowship. These workshops are produced by the same publisher as your child's materials.
**As of 12/1/20, these parent workshops will also be virtual. Information will be emailed to parents.
The expectation is to have full parent participation in these workshops so that you, as a parent, will feel confident in preparing your child for this stage of their faith journey.
First Reconciliation DatesFirst Confessions will be scheduled on Saturdays in March.
First Holy Communion Dates
There will be a special First Holy Communion Mass for the children on May 2nd, with details TBD. Additional dates will be made available for families as needed.
Catechists this Year:
Student class: Pete Buccola, assisted by helpers Sarah Terpstra, Holly Turner, and Nicole Ostaggi
Parent Workshops: Carol Carnazzo-Brown
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