FAITH FORMATION

2023 – 2024

News from Faith Formation

Parents please note: Tuesday November 21 Religious Education classes will be cancelled. The next class will be Tuesday December 5th. In addition, Monday November 20 Protecting God’s Children class has been cancelled.

Thanks to all who participated in the Protecting God’s Children program on Sunday.

Come Join the Children’s Choir (k-6)
We are encouraging all to participate regardless of ability or experience. The Choir will be led by our 6 pm cantor and retired Elementary Music Teacher Jeanie Grace, with Music Director, John Volpe.
There will be 3 rehearsals between now and December.

During the month of October, the 3rd Grade class learned about Jesus and the early church. Additionally, they participated in a project that is on display at both St. Mary’s and St. Francis. The 3rd graders learned that the DOVE, a symbol of PEACE, is also a symbol of the Holy Spirit.

Link to more information, introductory letter and application form

Please email Allison Buff with any questions

abuff@charlestowncatholic.org

Revised September 17th, 2023

Grades 1, 2 & 3 classes will meet twice a month, Tuesdays at 4PM on all dates listed below.

October 3rd

October 24th

November 7th

November 21st

December 5th

December 19th

January 9th

January 23rd

February 6th

February 13th

March 5th

March 19th

April 9th

April 30th

Grade 4 class will meet once a month on the following Tuesdays at 4PM.

October 3rd

November 7th

December 5th

January 9th

February 6th

March 5th

April 9th

Grade K class will meet once a month on the following Tuesdays at 4PM.

October 24th

November 21st

December 19th

January 23rd

February 13th

March 19th

April 30th

NEWS FROM OUR CONFIRMATION CLASSES

We had another full session of two great classes on Sunday night! A special thank you to Katy Fleming for leading the Confirmation 1 class in Clare’s absence and to Father John who joined the discussion on life, happiness, and faith. Later this month and next month, we’ll have more small group interactions on interesting topics.

Confirmation 2 candidates discussed the Story of God and reviewed the requirements necessary for confirmation, including selecting saint names, confirmations sponsors, service hours, Letters of Intent, and class attendance. Nick and Ari will be co-teaching the Confirmation 2 classes going forward. As candidates prepare to be confirmed this spring, Father John will host an informational Zoom session for parents in December.
Details to follow at our next class.

NEWS FROM OUR RELIGIOUS EDUCATION YOUTH GROUP

Sunday’s Youth Group was amazing! It started with an engaging and interactive co-presentation by Kathleen Chiong of the Eliot School and who is involved with many service projects, and our Youth Group teacher, Kerry. They talked about why it is important to serve others, how kids can help, and shared lots of ideas on group service projects. A special thank you to Kathleen for joining
us! Then, we moved on to a discussion about Saints.
Remember, class is once per month, the first Sunday of the month. Below you will find the class schedule.
We can always use some extra hands at Youth Group – we have a large number of students (which is great!) and could use help passing out food, cleaning up, and general assistance with activities. If you are able to assist, please use this link to sign up! Parent Assist Our next class is December 3 at 7 pm, after the 6 pm mass.
For those who are wondering …….there’s still time to register and you may do so on our web site.
Cynthia Markey, Confirmation Director

Remember, classes meet twice per month, the first and third Sundays of the month.
Our next class is Sunday, November 19th at 7pm, immediately following the 6 pm mass.

Class calendar is subject to change. Please check this page weekly.

Revised September 17th, 2023