Q:  What is the purpose of your ministry?

The Early Childhood class (ages 3-4) centers around bible stories and the liturgical year. We have stories, songs and crafts along with some playtime. The Good Shepherd class is designed to introduce children (age 5) to the teachings of the church. Using miniatures of our church, the children are able to have a hands-on experience. Both classes meet in the school while their parents attend the 10:00 mass.  Vacation Bible School is designed to keep our Catholic faith alive for a few nights during the summer. We choose a theme and it is a CATHOLIC-based program that has a faith teaching, songs, craft and games for children preschool-age to grade 4. We encourage students/youth in grades 5-12 to volunteer their time to lead the groups, along with adult volunteers.

Q:  How frequently do you meet?
We meet every other Sunday from October to March.  Some months it is only once a month depending on other parish activities.

Q:  How does someone become involved?
Please call the rectory or the religious education office for more information.

Q:  Are you ever in need of volunteers?
Yes, we are always in need of teachers for the Preschool program as well as VBS.

Q:  How long has the ministry been serving the parish?
We have been teaching children about our faith for many years.

Q:  How do you communicate activities with the parish?
Activities are communicated via the parish Facebook page, bulletin, posters in church and announcements made at weekend masses.  We also send information about VBS home with the school families before the end of the school year.

Ali Siefker                     Theresa Schecter, Education Office

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