Religious Formation
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Contact: Diana Seim, Director
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
9:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday
9:30 am - 8:00 pm Tuesday 9:30 am - 6:00 pm Thursday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9:30 am - 12:30 pm |
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Cost for the class programs K - 8th Grade is
$140 for one child and $210 for 2 or more.
Children's Liturgy
During the 11:00 Sunday morning Mass, children are dismissed before the readings to listen to the Word of God on their level and to talk about the readings. Children from kindergarten to 5th grade are invited to participate.
Preschool
Children ages 2-4 are invited to come to our pre-school program during the 11:00 Mass on Sundays. It is for the full hour. They learn about Jesus and his love for them. They also learn how to play together, share and to be comfortable in a church setting. Each week they go home with something concrete in their hands that they have made. Registration is required. Cost: $65.00 for the school year.
Kindergarten - 6th Grade
Kindergarten through 6th grade is offered on Monday or Tuesday from 5:00 to 6:00 pm. We use the text called "Faith First." It is an up to date, certified text for teaching religion and making it come alive for our children. Registration is required for the 2010-2011 program. Please complete the above registration form and return with payment to the Religious Formation office. If you have any questions, please contact our office at (734) 464-2020.
7th Grade
7th Grade is offered only on Mondays from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. The students study the New Testament and begin the preparation for Confirmation. We try and make their faith journey appropriate for them and also to take it out of the classroom into a more informal setting.
8th Grade - Confirmation
The Sacrament of Confirmation is made in 8th grade at St. Edith. It requires a year preparation, but it is done in five sessions,lasting 2 1/2 hours each. Classes are held on Mondays from 6:30 - 9:00 pm. The classes are done in a large group with the school students and the Religious Formation students. The goal is to have the students feel a part of the parish and to unite them before they enter high school. They receive a book, a Bible and a journal.
Family Program
Along with the formation classes offered to our children, the parish offers an intergenerational program that gives families an opportunity to learn about their faith together. The program is held four times a year. It starts with dinner The topic is usually one that everyone can relate to and the teaching is done in age appropriate groups. This program gives families a chance to be learning the same things about the Catholic Faith.
Children's Catechumenate
If a child reaches the age of 7 and has never been baptized or received the other sacraments, they are given an opportunity, like the adults to study the Catholic Faith on their level and make a decision at Easter to be baptized or not. Instruction, discernment and decision is just as important for a child as an adult.
Adult Enrichment
Bible Study for Seniors
Contact: Celeste Bowman (734) 464-8646
Every Sunday, 3 pm - 4 pm
Parish Meeting Room
Men's Faith & Fellowship
Contact: Deacon Ric Misiak (734) 464-1222
2nd & 4th Thursday of each month, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Parish Meeting Room
Topics may range from a particular book to a particular theme. Themes will be built upon scripture, the teaching of the Church and other appropriate resources.
RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
Contact: Diana Seim (734) 464-2020
Every Wednesday, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Parish Office Fireside Room
Website: http://stedith.org/rcia.html
The RCIA is the process by which a person becomes Catholic. The RCIA journey is informational as well as experiential. The basic beliefs of the Catholic Faith are explored and discussed. There are also opportunities for Christian Service. Catholics who wish to learn more about their faith are also invited.
Women's Faith & Friendship
Contact: Carol Delbeke (734) 591-5938
Every Thursday, 10:00 am
Parish Office Fireside Room
We are starting the year with a six week study entitled, "Scripture & the Truth of Our Identity ." This is a part of the series entitled "Six Weeks with the Bible." You are invited to come for the six week study. It is not necessary to make a commitment for the entire year. Please consider joining us. We would love to have you and promise you a warm welcome.
Charismatic Prayer Group
Contact: Grace Weible (734) 464-1896
Every Thursday, 7:00 pm
Parish Office Fireside Room
An uplifting style of prayer come and join in song an praise!
Seasonal
Contact: Deacon Ric Misiak (734) 464-1222
Seasonal faith formation opportunities exist within the season of Advent, Lent and Easter. Yearly Men's and Women's Retreats are also offered. Please check the parish calendar for these opportunities.
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