Faith Formation
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Contact us
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Laura Snyderfaithformationsaintstephenchurch.orgDirector of Faith Formation
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Faith Formation MissionThe St. Stephen Faith Formation Ministry strives to enrich and challenge the lives of our adults, young people and children. We will provide them with the education and examples necessary to become faithful disciples of Jesus Christ in a loving and caring Christian community and in keeping with the vision statement of the Austin Diocese; and all those who are called to serve in the catechetical ministry of the church will work together to carry out our specific faith formation goals:
- Provide quality educational resources for all children, youth and adults;
- Meet and respect children and youth at their individual levels of understanding and faith develop development;
- Integrate prayer, Scripture and service;
- Welcome and involve parents in the faith formation of their children;
- Provide instruction and preparation for the receiving of the sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation, Holy Eucharist and Confirmation; and provide opportunities for service to the community at large through a variety of different programs.
Program Information:The St. Stephen Faith Formation program currently serves more then 150 students. The Faith Formation Program is open to all students age 4 years – high school. Classes are divided by grade level. Each class is taught by a catechist and one aide. Faith Formation classes meet on Wednesday and Sunday evenings. Sacramental classes meet on Sundays.
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2020-2021 Faith Formation
St. Stephen is excited to welcome our students and families back to Faith Formation for 2020-2021. Despite the challenges we face with COVID-19, St. Stephen is committed to providing families with two options for participating while still focusing on the health, safety and well-being of our catechists, children and faith community. Fees and materials provided for both options are identical.
- Face-to Face-Catechesis: For those who choose it, children and youth will attend Faith Formation classes at St. Stephen beginning Wednesday, September 30 or Sunday, October 4, 2020
- Home-school: For those not choosing to do face-to-face catechesis, parents will become the primary educators of the faith and teach their children at home with materials and support provided by St. Stephen. We will set-up a time to meet and distribute materials in a safe environment.
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Faith Formation Registration
STEP 1:
Fill out a Registration Form. Only one registration form is needed per family.
Registration Forms are Available:- At the Parish Office: hours 9-3; Monday-Friday
- In the Back of Church before and after Mass
- 2020-2021 Registration Form - English
- 2020-2021 Registration Form - Spanish
STEP 2:
There are two options to submit your registration form and receive your Registration Packet.
Option 1: Submit your registration form and donation before September 23 and we will mail your registration packet to your home.
- Mail: PO Box 662, Salado, TX 76571
- Email: www.faithformation@saintstephenchurch.org
- Drop Off in the Parish Office or in the drop box in the back of church
Option 2: Submit your registration form in person at St. Stephen on Wednesday, September 23 and pick-up your registration packet. Masks will be required.
- Wednesday, September 23 Last names: A-M (5:30-6:30 pm) Last names: N-Z (6:30-7:30 pm)
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Donation - for supplies and materials
Faith Formation Classes:
A donation for supplies and materials is strongly encouraged.
- $30 per student or $60 per family
Sacramental Preparation Classes
A donation for supplies and materials is strongly encouraged.
- $30 First Reconciliation/ Communion Class per child
- $30 Confirmation Class per child
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At Home Activities for Children
SUNDAY MASS - Liturgy
These FREE Catholic Mass Bulletin Printables are offered each month to help young Catholics learn about the Mass.
September Catholic Kids Bulletin
Septiembre Boletín para Niños Católicos
WORSHIP@HOME - This is an online resource to help families with children pray together at home while we are unable to gather for Sunday Mass. It is based on and inspired by Sunday Celebrations in the Absence of a Priest: Leader's Guide (promulgated by the U.S. Bishops) and the Directory for Masses with Children (from the Congregation for Divine Worship).
CATHOLIC GOSPEL COLORING & WORKSHEETS FOR SUNDAY MASS - Enjoy Catholic coloring pages, lesson plans, Mass worksheets, crossword and word search puzzles, and more to help you prepare for the Sunday Liturgy. These activities, prepared by the Catholic Mom Sunday Gospel Team, are free for you to print and share with your family, classroom, or parish.
LIVING THE LITURGICAL YEAR
Catholic Children's Calendar - August (Catechist Magazine)
Catholic Family Resource Library (Catholic Sprouts)
VIDEOS
Watch " The Mass: A Life-Giving Prayer " from FORMED
Watch " The Bread of Life: Celebrating the Eucharist!" from FORMED