Christian Formation
Keeping the faith active and informed is important to the spiritual life of the parish. Continuing religious education programs are offered throughout the year. Announcement of special sessions and opportunities are published in the parish bulletin.
Bread of Life Eucharistic Adoration Program
Holy Family has been blessed with a Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Chapel since 1998. Located in the Parish Center, it is a thriving and integral part of our community. Many parish organizations cover periods of adoration, and numerous individuals have signed up for a specific hour each week. The chapel is open every day for scheduled and unscheduled visits.
Contact: Joel Gray at 686-1960
Family Formation
Family Formation, which was first introduced at Holy Family in 2006, is an innovative religious education program for children from preschool through sixth grade. Based on the principle that "Parents are the primary educators in the faith," the program revolves around a weekly family gathering and home lesson as well as a monthly gathering at the parish. Following the three–year liturgical cycle, the program is driven by Scripture and references the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
Contact: Mary Donahue, Director of Religious Education, at 688-3427, ext. 225
Evening Adult Studies
Each month the Parents of Alumni Group and Home and School Association offer a study of the Fr. Robert Barron "Catholicism." The group meets in the St. Francis Room from 7:00 to 8:30 pm, where participants view the video which is followed by a group discussion of the subject. This is a great way to learn more about the Catholic faith and to meet and socialize with new people. Please call for times of meetings.
Contact: Mary Donahue, Director of Religious Education, at 688-3427, ext. 225
Holy Family MI Village
The MI (Militia of the Immaculata) is a worldwide evangelization movement founded by Saint Maximilian Kolbe. Gatherings consist of rosary, study, and discussion on the second Saturday of each month. For information, call Joel Gray, or contact the parish office for additional information.
Contact: Joel Gray at 686-1960
Prayer Circle
The Prayer Circle is a group of parishioners praying for the various needs of the parish and the community. Parishioners are invited to call the coordinator with a prayer intention. The coordinator will then disseminate that prayer request to other members of the group. They all individually offer prayers for the intention. Please call If you have a prayer request.
Contact: Mary Kaufman at 688-4018
RCIA/RCIC
Through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA), the Catholic Church shares the Faith with new members. RCIA is the normal process by which adults, regardless of their background, enter and join the Catholic Church. RCIA meets each week on Tuesday evening beginning in September; Sacraments of Initiation are celebrated at the Easter Vigil. Please note that coming to the sessions does not obligate an individual to join the Church at Easter. There is a parallel program (RCIC) that is offered for
children. Please call for more information or to register.
Contact: Parish Office at 688-3427, ext. 200
READY
Religious Education and Development of Youth (READY) is offered for children (grades six through eight) not enrolled in the parish school. Students meet on a weekly basis to prepare for the Sacrament of Confirmation through a program that parallels that which is offered as part of the school curriculum. Monthly gatherings are also offered as a means of bringing together all students preparing for Confirmation and offering additional opportunities for faith formation.
Contact: Mary Donahue, Director of Religious Education, at 688-3427, ext. 225
Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School, typically held during the last full week of June, is open to children ages four through twelve. Participants enjoy a week of fun that includes music and dancing, skits, crafts, outdoor games, and snacks, all of which revolve around
a particular theme that supports the Bible stories taught each day. This week-long event offers numerous volunteer opportunities for older students and adults. Information about VBS programs and volunteer opportunities are published in the bulletin each May.
Contact: Mary Donahue, Director of Religious Education, at 688-3427, ext. 225
Other Religious Education Opportunities
Other opportunities for spiritual reflection and growth are offered at various times throughout the year.
Contact: Mary Donahue, Director of Religious Education, at 688-3427, ext. 225
Holy Family has been blessed with a Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Chapel since 1998. Located in the Parish Center, it is a thriving and integral part of our community. Many parish organizations cover periods of adoration, and numerous individuals have signed up for a specific hour each week. The chapel is open every day for scheduled and unscheduled visits.
Contact: Joel Gray at 686-1960
Family Formation
Family Formation, which was first introduced at Holy Family in 2006, is an innovative religious education program for children from preschool through sixth grade. Based on the principle that "Parents are the primary educators in the faith," the program revolves around a weekly family gathering and home lesson as well as a monthly gathering at the parish. Following the three–year liturgical cycle, the program is driven by Scripture and references the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
Contact: Mary Donahue, Director of Religious Education, at 688-3427, ext. 225
Evening Adult Studies
Each month the Parents of Alumni Group and Home and School Association offer a study of the Fr. Robert Barron "Catholicism." The group meets in the St. Francis Room from 7:00 to 8:30 pm, where participants view the video which is followed by a group discussion of the subject. This is a great way to learn more about the Catholic faith and to meet and socialize with new people. Please call for times of meetings.
Contact: Mary Donahue, Director of Religious Education, at 688-3427, ext. 225
Holy Family MI Village
The MI (Militia of the Immaculata) is a worldwide evangelization movement founded by Saint Maximilian Kolbe. Gatherings consist of rosary, study, and discussion on the second Saturday of each month. For information, call Joel Gray, or contact the parish office for additional information.
Contact: Joel Gray at 686-1960
Prayer Circle
The Prayer Circle is a group of parishioners praying for the various needs of the parish and the community. Parishioners are invited to call the coordinator with a prayer intention. The coordinator will then disseminate that prayer request to other members of the group. They all individually offer prayers for the intention. Please call If you have a prayer request.
Contact: Mary Kaufman at 688-4018
RCIA/RCIC
Through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA), the Catholic Church shares the Faith with new members. RCIA is the normal process by which adults, regardless of their background, enter and join the Catholic Church. RCIA meets each week on Tuesday evening beginning in September; Sacraments of Initiation are celebrated at the Easter Vigil. Please note that coming to the sessions does not obligate an individual to join the Church at Easter. There is a parallel program (RCIC) that is offered for
children. Please call for more information or to register.
Contact: Parish Office at 688-3427, ext. 200
READY
Religious Education and Development of Youth (READY) is offered for children (grades six through eight) not enrolled in the parish school. Students meet on a weekly basis to prepare for the Sacrament of Confirmation through a program that parallels that which is offered as part of the school curriculum. Monthly gatherings are also offered as a means of bringing together all students preparing for Confirmation and offering additional opportunities for faith formation.
Contact: Mary Donahue, Director of Religious Education, at 688-3427, ext. 225
Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School, typically held during the last full week of June, is open to children ages four through twelve. Participants enjoy a week of fun that includes music and dancing, skits, crafts, outdoor games, and snacks, all of which revolve around
a particular theme that supports the Bible stories taught each day. This week-long event offers numerous volunteer opportunities for older students and adults. Information about VBS programs and volunteer opportunities are published in the bulletin each May.
Contact: Mary Donahue, Director of Religious Education, at 688-3427, ext. 225
Other Religious Education Opportunities
Other opportunities for spiritual reflection and growth are offered at various times throughout the year.
Contact: Mary Donahue, Director of Religious Education, at 688-3427, ext. 225
