WELCOME TO ST. CATHERINE
FAMILY FAITH FORMATION / CATECHETICAL MINISTRY

“For I know well the plans I have in mind for you—says the LORD—plans for your welfare and not for woe, so as to give you a future of hope.” Jeremiah 29:11

Faith formation is an ongoing journey toward a closer relationship with Jesus.  What does this mean?  It means that we are all invited to learn about our faith, grow in our faith, live our faith and be strengthened in our faith through regular participation in the parish community – liturgy, prayer, outreach, celebration, and learning.  By doing so, we come to a deeper understanding of the Sacraments, Traditions and Beliefs we profess during the Mass and live in daily life, while being formed into disciples of Jesus Christ.

At St. Catherine Church, there are various opportunities for faith formation - for adults, parents and children.  Weekly children's sessions, adult bible studies, family community events and service opportunities, among others, are all ways to engage in our faith.     

We encourage all families to register all school-age children, on a yearly basis, into Faith Formation Programs if they do not attend a Catholic School.  All Catholic school students are encouraged and invited to participate to complement the formation they receive at their schools.

Please stop by the Faith Formation office or call us at (408) 779-9604 to talk further about your faith journey.  We look forward to seeing you!  
 

Please note:

• Formation for preparation/reception of Baptism, First Reconciliation, First Holy Communion, Confirmation are concurrent with regular faith formation sessions. 
• Before you can register your children in one of our Faith Formation programs, your family must be registered parishioners of St. Catherine Church.  If you are not currently a member, please fill out the Parish Registration Form to register your family with the parish. 
   

Our Programs:

Adult Faith Formation is through weekly bible studies, small group communities and the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) for those interested in learning more about the Catholic faith and/or becoming fully initiated in the Catholic Church.  

Early Childhood Education (ECE) is offered on Sundays for children 3-5 years old while parents celebrate Mass.

Children's Liturgy of the Word (CLOW) provides those 6 years and older the opportunity to hear and understand each Sunday's scriptures by presenting the Word in language they can understand.

Elementary Faith Formation are sessions for children in grades 1 through 5.  We provide a number of options for children to grow in their relationship with God, prepare for the Sacraments, and discover the truth and beauty of the Catholic Faith.  T he Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults adpated for Children formation process is for families with children over the age of 7 who have not yet been baptized.  

Middle School/Junior High Faith Formation are programs for youth in grades 6-8 and consists of Faith Formation sessions and EDGE Youth Ministry to support youth in growing as disciples of Jesus.    

High School Baptism, First Reconciliation and/or First Holy Communion Sacramental Preparation supports youth in grades 9-12 who have not yet been baptized or who have not received First Reconciliation or First Communion.  Families are asked to schedule a meeting with the Faith Formation and Youth Ministry Directors prior to registering for the program.  

Office Hours:

Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm and by appointment.

ECE Preschool/Kinder
During the 8:45 and 10:30 am Masses in English
 
Elementary (Grades 1-5)
Saturdays in SPANISH
9:00 - 10:15 am (Grades 1-5)

Sundays in ENGLISH:
9:00 - 10:15 am (Grades 1-8)

Wednesdays in ENGLISH
3:30 - 4:45 pm (Grades 1-5)

Middle School Formation (Grades 6-8)
1st Tuesdays and 3rd Thursdays (BILINGUAL)
7:00 - 8:15 pm (Grades 6-8 Sacramental Preparation) 
(See Calender for Meeting Dates)

EDGE Youth Ministry Grades 6-8 
2nd Thursdays in ENGLISH
7:00 - 8:30 pm