Religious Education provides faith formation and sacramental preparation for children in grades pre K-8. Classes meet Wednesdays, 6:45-8:00 pm. Additional classes for sacramental preparation on Saturday Mornings and Sunday afternoons. Catechists, teachers’ aides, and substitutes are always needed. Training and formation will be provided.
RCIA (RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS AND CHILDREN’S CATECHUMENATE) are formation programs in the Catholic faith that prepare children and adults for the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist, scriptural reflection, study of church teaching, social gatherings and service with the parish community.
More specifics on our RCIA programs can be found at this link https://holyfamilyjax.com/rcia/
Breaking Open the Word is a component of the RCIA process. Where participants share their insights on the Sunday readings. Sessions are after the 9:30 am Sunday Mass homily.
Vacation Bible School is a one-week program for children K through 5th grade. It is held in June each year. We proclaim the good news of Jesus in songs, readings, and activities. Volunteers teach, assist and supervise the components of the program.
Youth and Young Adult, Evangelization and Discipleship. Chris Mueller, cmueller@holyfamilyjax.com and Josie Kuhlman, jkuhlman@holyfamilyjax.com
All volunteers MUST be fingerprinted and have a background check as well as attending Protecting God’s Children workshop (click here for the next workshops).