St. Paul Catholic Church
Faith Formation Ministry: Our parish provides catechesis to children of preschool ages up through 6th grade. We meet on Sunday mornings from 9:45 – 10:45 during the school year, allowing families the flexibility to attend Mass either before or after catechesis. ​A typical Sunday begins with refreshments at 9:30 in the Giri room. We open with family prayer at 9:45 and then separate into age-based groups to learn more about our Faith.
Our new program year kicks off Sunday, August 18th, 2024.
For 2024 - 2025, we look forward to offering adult faith formation and fellowship to our parents while children learn in their own class groups. We host a Family Faith Day about once a month. These events are for children and parents to learn side by side, and their themes reflect the different liturgical seasons of the Church.
Children in preschool and kindergarten participate in Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. This program is a Montessori-based approach to the religious formation of children, rooted in Sacred Scripture, Liturgy, and respect for the child’s unique relationship with God. Our Level I Atrium currently serves children ages 3 - 6 years old. This is a beautiful way to share the Gospel with young children, and more about CGS can be read here.
Children in 1st grade through 5th grade learn through the Word of Life catechesis program. This curriculum uses a four-dimensional approach to faith formation by teaching salvation history, Christian anthropology, virtue & character building, and discipleship. More information about this curriculum can be read here.
Register HERE for Sunday Faith Formation in all grade levels. Parish families may register for 1st Holy Communion & Reconciliation preparation using this form as well.
Contact program director Elizabeth Thompson for more information: thompsone@stpaulcatholic.net​ or 850-434-2551 x.102
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All volunteers ages 18 and over are required to complete and keep current with Safe Environment courses and fingerprinting through the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee BEFORE they can assist or serve with any ministry involving children. Please contact Elizabeth Thompson if you are interested in serving this ministry.