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Religious Education Programs -
The parish community of St. Catharine provides a variety of
opportunities for both children and adults to enhance your
knowledge, reflect on your faith, and deepen your spiritual
life and commitment.
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FOR
CHILDREN |
FOR
ADULTS |
Dates to Remember:
Wednesday, January 16
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Confirmation teachers meeting at 7:30pm in the Relgious Ed Office
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| Monday, January 21 |
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day – no CCD classes. |
| Saturday, January 26 |
First Penance – 11am and 2pm in Church.
Please
consult letters regarding your child’s time. |
| Saturdays. February 2 and 9 |
First Communion interviews for children and parents. Consult your letters regarding your child’s day and time |
| Tuesday, February 5 |
Parent meeting for First Communion at 8pm in the Church. Meeting is for parents only. |
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Religious
Education (K- Teens)
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Religious
Education enrichment programs for children attending public
school from Kindergarten through 8th Grade. Preparation for
Penance, Eucharist and Confirmation are included as part of
the Religious Education programs.
Programs
generally run from September through May.
Check the Weekly Bulletin beginning in June for details.
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| Liturgy
of the Word for Children |
A
program to help children (targets ages 4 1/2 to 9) understand
the message of Jesus. Sessions are held at the 10:30 a.m.
Liturgy on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month during ordinary
months, every Sunday during Advent and Lent.
No
enrollment is necessary for children.
Adults interested in volunteering should contact the
parish Office or the Department of Religious Education.
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| Vacation
Bible School |
Vacation
Bible School is held in conjunction with The Good Shepherd
Lutheran Church for one week during the summer.
Check the weekly bulletin for details usually in June
or a call the Religious Education Office for details.
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Adult
Education |
There
are a variety of adult education experiences sponsored by
the parish throughout the year. Popular topics include spirituality,
sacramental catechesis, personal growth, community building
and social concerns.
Check
the weekly bulletin for announcements on upcoming events or
contact the Religious Education office.
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| G.I.F.T.
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Growing In Faith and Theology, G.I.F.T.,
is a program cosponsored by our parish in conjunction with neighboring
parishes. Presentation/Workshops are usually offered in the
Winter.
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DEANERY ONE
FAITH FORMATION OPPORTUNITIES
The Catholic parishes of Deanery 1 in Bergen County
announce their annual G.I.F.T. Adult Education program. The courses are presented by highly qualified
faculty with degrees in theology, psychology, biblical studies and Christian
living.
To register, call 201-444-5690 or email ReligiousEducation@stcatharinechurch.org
by January 17th. Registration
is $35 per class. Dates and times are
listed below.
Thursday Evening Sessions at St.
Elizabeth’s in Wyckoff
January 24 and 31 and February 7
and 14 from 7:30-9pm
Course Offerings
Presenter
“Will There be Faith in the 21st
Century?” Gloria B. Thomas, Ph.D.
“Marrying Well: Possibilities in Kieran Scott, Ed.D.
Christian Marriage”
“Life’s Losses: Letting Go & Moving On” Dr. Gerard Costa, Ph.D.
Rev.
Vincent Fortunato, O.F.M., CAP
“Variety is the Spice of a
Prayer Life” Rev. James White,
D.Min.
“Faithful in America”
Frank
McCann, M.A.
“The Wild and Wonderful
Prophets” Dr. Catherine Martin
Thursday Morning Session at
St. Elizabeth’s in Wyckoff
January 24 and 31 and
February 7 and 14 from 9:45-11:15am
Course Offering
Presenter
“The Gospel of John”
Joseph
Nuzzi, M.A.
Saturday Morning Session at Our
Lady of Mt. Carmel
in Ridgewood
February 9, 2008 – 9:30am-1pm
Course Offering
Presenter
“Dealing with Really B.A.D.
People” Janet Pfeiffer
(Bullies, Aggressive,
Difficult)
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Looking
for a way to get involved;
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Want
to share in the spiritual development of our youth;
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Catechist
/ Religious Ed Teachers play an important role
in these efforts;
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Volunteers
are always needed!
Please
let us know if you are interested in being a Catechist
/ Teacher
for one of our Religious Education Programs.
Volunteers
should contact the
Religious Education Office:
201-444-5690 or email: ReligiousEducation@stcatharinechurch.org
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