Family Model

We are now offering a new model of formation that seeks to make disciples, draw families together, and build community in our parish. This model of formation is by design easier on families of all shapes and sizes, offers an outrageous amount of support, and allows parents to walk with their little ones on their faith journey. Here is their website for those who are curious about the content and materials.
Sophia Press Website

Our program will work on a 4 week cycle. You'll be assigned a family small group based on geographical location. (and preference to some degree) You'll also receive a parent book, activity guide, and a host of online resources. All the children will learn the same lessons together. See below for an example:

Week 1: Father Brian or another speaker teaches a lesson to just parents on an aspect of the Sacraments. Children will go to a "VBS-like" experience where they will sing songs of praise, play some games, learn a little about the lesson that month, and other
Week 2: You'll meet with 2-3 other families doing this with you. Parents will need to plan ahead and have a mom or dad share the lessons in the book that Fr. Brian shared with you. You can meet whenever and wherever you'd like. Attendance will be through a weblink that's shared with the lead family.
Week 4: Meet again with your small group to cover the second half of the lessons provided. 

The idea here is that you as the parents know your kids better than we ever will. Study after study shows that parents are the most influential force in their children's religious belief. This is all born out of the heart of Familiaris Consortio by St. John Paul II. The way the family goes is the way the culture goes. Let's join together and bring about a culture rooted in the work of Jesus in our hearts, minds, and families.