Renée Kuntz (x 1006; reneestb@sbcglobal.net)
Catechesis/Faith Formation (9-12 grades)
In response to the United States Catholic Conference of Bishops who have requested an adherence to the Doctrinal Elements of a Curriculum Framework for High School Age Youth. St. Brigid is presently developing its own curriculum keeping in conformity to their request.
| Question: | Why is St. Brigid developing its own curriculum? |
| Answer: | Due to the fact that there in no presently approved curriculum in conformity; St. Brigid is taking the intiative to create its own curriculum following the framework as requested by the USCCB. (There is a deadline to be in conformity by 2012). |
Class times
| Sunday Evenings: 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults Adapted for Children, Grades 9-12)
RCIA is for those of the age of reason (7 years and older) who seek full initiation into the Catholic Church. RCIA is a gradual process leading to the Easter celebration and the Sacraments of Initiation, whereby one is fully initiated into the Catholic Church.
Recognizing the role of parents/guardians as the primary educators of the domestic church. Parents are required to attend sessions and retreats along with their child.
Sacramental Preparation (Confirmation)
Confirmation candidates are prepared for the celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation through four scheduled days of reflection, and two one-day retreats: Life in the Spirit (Part 1) and
Challenged 2 the Core (Part 2).
Prerequisite: Confirmation preparation is open to 10th Graders who have met the prerequisite of being enrolled at least one year prior and presently registered in the Faith Formation component to our Comprehensive Youth Ministry Program with a satisfactory attendance in both.
Recognizing the role of parents/guardians as the primary educators of the domestic church. Parents are required to attend sessions and retreats along with their child.
