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The Faith Formation program is a fun and interactive way for your child to encounter Jesus, grow in faith and become a witness to the Gospels.

This year’s focus will be to Know God, to Love God and to Serve God through a variety of opportunities for your entire family to grow in faith!

Elementary Faith Formation classes are open to all parish families: both children who attend public schools and children who attend St. Paul the Apostle school.

The format/ schedule planned will start on site each week. A virtual option may also be used during the winter weather months and cold/ flu season.

• St. Mary’s Press Discover! Finding Faith in Life curriculum is used.
• The program uses the Catholic Children’s Bible as the textbook.
• Each lesson is based in Scripture and has an engaging activity sheet.
• The lesson includes a Background Reflection, Family Activities, and a highlighted Saint.

Mark your calendar for the following dates.

• September 13- Family Adoration with Meet the Catechists (Parents attend with children)
• September 20, 27
• October 4, 11, 18, 25
• November 8, 15, 29
• December 6, 13 – No gathering on December 20
• January 10, 17, 24, 31
• February 7, 21, 28
• March 6, 13, 20
• April 10, 17, 24
• May 1, 8, 15
• May 22- Last Gathering with Family Adoration and Ice Cream Social Fellowship (Parents attend with children)

REGISTRATION FEE

• 1 Child: $95.00
• 2nd Child: $50.00
• 3rd Child: $50.00
• 4+ Children: Free

We do not charge an additional fee for non-parishioners, but do ask that you obtain a letter from your parish Faith Formation Coordinator or Pastor acknowledging that your child will be attending SPA Faith Formation.

Parents who commit to volunteering weekly will receive a $20 discount per child. Contact Jeanne for the discount code: jwinkelmann@spagr.org.

Please note if your child is preparing to receive a sacrament this year (First Reconciliation, First Holy Communion, or Confirmation) they must be registered for their appropriate grade level in the faith formation program or attend SPA school as well as attend Sacrament Catechesis events.

Register Here

For non parish families, please complete this form first. Once the Parish Office has set up your registration profile, you will be notified to complete the registration. Your patience is appreciated, please be assured space will be reserved for your child(ren). Thank you!

Please note if your child is preparing to receive a sacrament this year (First Reconciliation, First Holy Communion, or Confirmation) they must be registered for their appropriate grade level in the faith formation program or attend SPA school as well as attend Sacrament Catechesis events.

If you have an older child who needs to receive Sacraments, please contact Jeanne Winkelmann, The Director of Evangelization by email jwinkelmann@spagr.org

Whether your family is just entering the Church, is returning after time away, have decided as a family to delay your children’s sacramental preparation, or any other circumstance, all are welcome.

Faith @ Home Study