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Family Faith Formation

upcoming news & events
- All Hallow's Eve - 2021
  
  Dress Up as a Saint on Oct 31 for the 10:00 Mass
  
  All children are invited to dress up as their favorite saint and be part of the opening procession.
  
  Meet at the back of the church at 9:55 am.
  Parents are welcome to process in with their little ones.
  
  Need costume help? Come by the upper level of the Parish Center on Wednesday, Oct 27 between 3-4pm and browse our collection of costume items.
  
  St. Nicholas Festival - December 5, 2021
  
  11:30-1:00 in the Parish Center
  
  Join us after mass for crafts, games, food, and surprises while you learn about the saint who inspired the legend of Santa Claus.
  Adults and older children are needed to help lead activities.
  Contact Carla at faithformation@stthomascda.org to sign-up!
Registration for Faith Formation and Sacramental Preparation

Scroll down for an overview of our programs as well as the registration form and payment options.
Family Formation Sundays

Are you looking for support and connection with other families? Once a month, St. Thomas families and parishioners of all ages gather together for an intentional time of growth in faith and fellowship. Children preparing for the Sacraments of Reconciliation/First Communion and teens preparing for the Sacrament of Confirmation will break out into their own class following a family activity.
We would love to see you at our next Family Formation Sunday!
Faith Formation Overview and Schedule
First Sacraments

Is your child ready to prepare for First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion? The preparation process begins in the Fall and requirements are met within the context of our Purposefully Catholic program. Ask us for more information!
Registration Form
Confirmation

Do you have a high school teen who is ready to prepare for Confirmation? The preparation process starts in the Fall and requirements are met by (1) home/family study and (2) participation in our Monthly Family Formation program once a month on Sundays following the 10:00am Mass.
Registration Form
Youth Formation

All high school students are invited to participate in monthly Family Formation Sundays in the Parish Center following the 10:00am Mass. For the 2021-22 school year, high school students can participate in either adult breakout groups or a high school group that will focus on Confirmation and the Gifts of the Holy Spirit. Check out the Family Formation Schedule below for more details.
PURPOSEFULLY CATHOLIC
@ HOME VIDEOS

Twice a month a new video will be released featuring our pastor, Fr. John and the pastor of St. Pius X, Fr. Len, discussing a topic relevant to our Family Formation program. Watch from the comfort of your home, on your own schedule as we explore the treasures of our faith with our parish priests.
During the 2021-22 we will take a closer look at the Sacraments.
YouTube

Facebook
Adoration Nights

Our Lord waits to encounter you in the Blessed Sacrament!
Join our teens and their families once a month on Thursday 6:30-7:30pm in the church for praise & worship, Adoration and Confessions. All are welcome.
"Family of Faith" Household Guide

Faith begins at home. If you have ever wondered how to raise your kids to be Purposefully Catholic, teach them the truths of the faith, and help them grow in their relationship with Jesus, this book will be for you a treasure trove of ideas (included with registration).
- Family Faith Formation Online Form/Pay Online:
  
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  How many children would you like to register? REQUIRED Please fill out this field.
  
  Child 1
  
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  Sacrament(s) preparing to receive this year: * REQUIRED Baptism First Reconciliation First Holy Communion Confirmation None Please fill out this field.
  
  *If you are receiving a sacrament this year, please complete the Faith Formation Registration form and turn it in to the parish office along with a copy of the students baptismal certificate (where indicated above) by  Sunday, October 10, 2021 .
  
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  Cost/Contribution Information
  We thank you for your ongoing generosity and look forward to journeying with you as we encounter Jesus Christ in the life and ministry of the Church! We are asking those who register for our formation programs to prayerfully discern the amount they are able to donate to help defray the costs. Anything you donate above and beyond helps support those in need and the work of the parish.
  
  Approximate Cost and Suggested Contribution:
  $25 per family for Family of Faith program
  $25 per student for Sacramental Preparation (Including Confirmation or Reconciliation/1st Communion)
  
  Below is the amount I can donate at this time to help support Purposefully Catholic REQUIRED $ Please fill out this field. Please enter a positive decimal.
  
  Ongoing Generosity: Whether you are able to donate at this time, or at a time in the future, we ask that you commit to being generous with the parish on an ongoing basis. I will be generous with my time, talent, and treasure to help support the Faith Formation work of the parish.
  
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- contact us
  
  If you have questions about our Purposefully Catholic program, Sacrament Prep, or other areas of faith formation, please contact Carla Loucks, faithformation@stthomascda.org
- St. Thomas Parishioners
  
  If you are interested in joining our wonderful team of catechists, or if you would like to help with faith formation at St. Thomas, please contact Carla Loucks, faithformation@stthomascda.org
- Cove of Crosses Shrine
  
  Dozens of beautiful Crosses have been donated to the Cove over the past year. Many of these Crosses came to the Cove from all over the world, and many have been donated by St. Thomas parishioners. If anyone would like to donate a Cross/Crucifix to the Cove, please contact John Kastelic 208-664-9259.