Children’s Liturgy of The Word for ages 4 – 2nd Grade

Children ages 4 through 2nd grade are welcome to participate in Children’s Liturgy of the Word on Sunday mornings during the 9:00am Mass. After the Opening Prayer, children are brought to the Parish Living Room where we listen to God’s word proclaimed from the Children’s Lectionary and wonder and learn together what Jesus is trying to teach us in the readings. Children return to the assembly at the Offertory. Children’s Liturgy of the Word is offered from September through May.

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd for ages 3-6

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is an approach to the religious formation of children rooted in the Bible, the liturgy of the Church, and the educational principles of Maria Montessori. Holy Rosary offers Level 1 Atrium weekly sessions from September – April for children ages 3-6.  All Holy Rosary parents (Holy Rosary School, Faith Formation, Homeschool) who have children of these ages are welcome to enroll them in CGS. Click here to learn more about CGS and when sessions are offered: Catechesis of the Good Shepherd

Wednesday Evening Faith Formation Classes for ages 3 – 6th grade

Classes are held weekly on Wednesdays from 6:00-7:15pm from September-April. We use curriculum that gives children a solid foundation in the teachings of the Catholic Church, helping them to internalize the Faith and apply it to their own lives. Click on the links below to learn more about this curriculum.

Preschool (ages 3-5): Catechesis of the Good Shepherd

Kindergarten: Allelu

1st-5th grades: Spirit of Truth

6th grade: Venture Bible Timeline

First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion

In the 2nd grade year, children prepare for and receive the sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist (Holy Communion.) Preparation takes place in the classroom (Faith Formation or Holy Rosary School), at home, and during two retreats throughout the school year. First Reconciliation is celebrated in the winter and First Holy Communion is celebrated in the spring.

Vacation Bible School

We invite children ages 4 through 5th grade to join us for four fun-filled days in the summer of songs, games, snacks, crafts and faith lessons! Click here for information on this year’s theme and to register your child for Vacation Bible School!