The Introduction to Faith class is for students in First grade and second grade who are not yet eligible for Sacrament Preparation. This is the first introduction to the Catholic Faith in a classroom setting. It includes hands-on crafts and fun, engaging activities.
This is a two-year program to prepare students for First Reconciliation, Confirmation, and First Communion to become fully-initiated into the church. Students are eligible to begin the program at second grade (age 7). As our parishes now follow the Restored Order for the sacraments, by the end of the first year, if ready, students will be confirmed by the Bishop. By the end of the second year, if ready, students receive First Communion. The 2023-2024 School Year will be preparation for First Communion for those already confirmed.
Once students have completed the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, First Reconciliation, Confirmation, and First Communion) they are fully-initiated into the church, This class continues their faith formation and also teaches ways they can be involved at Mass. This class is designed for third through 6th grade students.