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Kalee Gwarjanskikalee.gwarjanskiportlanddiocese.orgFaith Formation Coordinator of Family Life, VIRTUS Administrator -
Joseph Morseheadjoseph.moresheadportlanddiocese.orgDirector of Faith Formation
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FIRE: Families in Religious Education
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Registration is now open!
This program is ideal for families with at least one child in grades K-8.
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2022/2023 Meeting (CLASS) Dates
Sep 11th - 2nd Sunday due to Holiday
Oct 2nd
Oct 16th* - Circle of Grace lesson, time may vary slightly
Nov 6th
Dec 4th
Jan 8th - 2nd Sunday due to Holiday
Feb 5th
Mar 5th
Apr 2nd
May 7th - Closing Meeting
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FAQ
What curriculum are we using?
A FAMILY OF FAITH by Sophia Press. You can take a peek here.
What about Sacramental Prep?
The diocese recommends two years of sacramental prep. If you children are on track, our parish provides this as:- SPARK: Sacrament Introduction (grade 1).
- Attendance at FIRE will fulfill the requirements of SPARK
- FLAME: Sacramental Preperation (grade 2)
- Attendance at an additional class is required. This will be a traditional 60-min weekly lesson throughout the school year. More information here: www.pothe.org/flame-1
- If you have other sacrament needs, there is a space to indicate this during registration.
What about younger kids and babies?
We will provide childcare and age appropriate activities during our community meetings. These volunteers will have extra training to provide a safe and engaging space for our youngest parishioners.What about Middle Schoolers?
This program is designed for families of all ages. As it stands, we don't believe it is substantial enough for sixth to eighth graders. There is a separate discussion with the middle school students during the monthly meetings with a supplemented curriculum, studying The Chronicles of Narnia.What about High Schoolers?
High schoolers are welcome to attend community meetings. They would be great small group leaders! However, the material is likely too young for this age group. Please refer to High School Ministry for this age group.
Do you need volunteers?
Yes!- ADMINISTRATION: This volunteer would help with coordinating materials and attendance at community meetings.
- HOSPITALITY: These volunteers would help with the meal after Mass. Tasks include set up, clean up, helping coordinate potluck food donations.
- SMALL GROUP LEADER: We will need small group leaders for the children. This would be a great ministry for a teen or young adult. Or a more traditional catechist could serve this position.
If you are interested in volunteering, please indicate this on your registration or contact Kalee.
How do I learn more?
Please contact Kalee Gwarjanski (info in the side bar.)
- SPARK: Sacrament Introduction (grade 1).
