Faith Formation for Children

Parents! You are the single greatest influence on the spiritual and religious life of your children. This can be a daunting task, especially in this day and age. Every Christian must deal with many challenges on this faith journey — consumerism, technology, media and social media — just to name a few. Nothing can replace the influence a parent's example has on the spiritual life of a child.

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Parents may feel inadequate when it comes to teaching the faith to their children. Instead of thinking of Faith Formation as a school subject, think of it as an integrated way of living. What you do every day with your children makes a huge difference in their lives.

• Praying at home and at Church and attending Sunday Mass teaches the importance of a God-centered life.

• Our parish Catholic school system, GTACS, is the primary and recommended faith formation offering for all parish families. Integrating your faith life into the school environment is one of the most important ways to prioritize the Faith. At this time, there is no separate parish-based faith formation program; families are encouraged to enroll their children in GTACS. Information concerning inquiries for enrollment can be made through our school website: www.GTACS.org

• Serving in ministry at Church and in places like food pantries, soup kitchens and outreach centers teaches the importance of service.

• Being present and authentic with each other and taking the time to be with each other teaches the importance of relationship.

The essence of the Faith is a Person — Jesus Christ. This Christian faith really is, at its heart, all about our relationship with Jesus Christ and with each other — his mystical Body. We do not live this faith alone. Your parish is committed to supporting parents and families in teaching, living and loving our faith.

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Please contact our parish office with all questions.   (231) 947-4620 ext. 252.