Congratulations to our 2nd graders!

We are blessed that 15 of them received their First Holy Communion over the weekend. 

We would like to extend our gratitude to the parents, catechists, and helpers for their support and guidance throughout the year.

This Wednesday marks our last class at CEV. Thank you all for a wonderful year of Faith Formation with your children and families. We look forward to celebrating an amazing year together next week on Wednesday, May 7, at 6 PM. 

For our Confirmation Class, this weekend we will be sending off 16 candidates (10th graders) for Confirmation. They will be celebrated at the Cathedral alongside candidates from other churches. Please keep them in your prayers, and encourage your children to pray for them as well.

Come Holy Spirit,

Be with them these days, Bless their feet to follow Jesus, Bless their legs to carry on when life gets difficult, Bless their arms to reach out to those in need of friendship, Bless their hands to do God's work, Bless their mind to recognize their gifts, Bless their eyes to see Jesus in those around them, Bless their ears to hear God's call to mercy, Bless their mouth to speak kindness, Bless their heart to love as Jesus loves.

Come Holy Spirit, Be with them today, tomorrow, and always - St. Mary's Press Ministry

At Home this week:

Please have your kids write a thank-you note to their catechists and helpers and bring it to class this Wednesday or next Wednesday during the Family Event. They will greatly appreciate this small act of kindness from your children and family. Thank you!

UPCOMING Dates & Events

+April 30: Faith Formation

+May7: Family Faith Event (last class for this year!)

**Family Faith Event Coming Up!**

Our final Family Faith Event for the 2024-2025 season will be held on Wednesday, May 7, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at the Parish Community Center. We encourage you to invite a family friend to join us for this special occasion!

sign up here to let us know how many will be attending. All families and friends are welcome!

This event is a wonderful opportunity for families to learn more about our Faith Formation program and the various family activities we host throughout the year. Come join us for fun, fellowship, and a delicious Italian meal!

RESOURCES

Visit the Faith Formation page at our website (www.stgens.or/faith-formation) for this year’s materials (e.g., registration, calendar, syllabus, and more …)

Vacation Bible School

Save the date - June 16 to June 20 from 9am - Noon! Go to our website for more details and Sign up .

Tips for Parents/Catechists:

Catholic Bedtime Stories - A JuiceBox series Podcast. This high-quality multimedia resource helps children understand their faith through bedtime Bible and Saint stories.