Dear Parish Family, Happy Fall everyone! Fr. Bill is off this week, so I get to do his work including writing the bulletin letter! It is perfect timing as we are about ready to start Faith Formation. This year, like last has been challenging considering the increasing threat of the Delta variant. We have had to adapt the way in which we “do” Faith Formation taking into account that our youngsters K-6, are not yet vaccinated. I know that change can be confusing so here is a re-cap of the faith formation experiences that will be offered this year: Pre-K and K: Virtual story and prayer time – Tuesday evenings at 6:30PM. The stories will be related to the theme of the homily series. Leader-Readers will also lead evening prayers. Zoom link will be sent to those who are registered. Breakfast With God – a virtual worship experience for those youngsters that have a difficult time sitting through a virtual Mass. The zoom link will be sent by the folks at Boston College – check out our website to register. Grades 1-6: Gathered in-person class program begins with a "Teaching Mass" the first Sunday of the month, followed by 2 weeks of in-person classes. Week 4 will be “Service Sunday” – putting faith into action – gathered and non-gathered service projects for the entire parish family are being planned. Masks are required for in-person classes, as social distancing is not always possible in the classrooms.
Grades K-6 “Come to the Tables” – Each week, students and families are asked to attend one Mass. If they are uncomfortable attending in person at this time, families may attend Mass virtually. After Mass, students complete a brief, age-appropriate assignment on the readings, the homily message, and other aspects of the Mass, which can be completed either through print copies that families pick up at Mass or digitally via an online platform.
Grades 7 & 8: In-person Class Modules began last week. Please check your schedule for the time and location of the modules.
On another note, we have been advertising the open position for Faith Formation Coordinator. To date, we have not received any applications. If you or someone you know might be interested in a flexible part-time job, working with fun people, please give us a call!