Religious Education at Mary, Mother of Mercy Pastorate

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At Mary, Mother of Mercy Pastorate, we are committed to fostering the faith formation of all parishioners, especially our young people. We offer a variety of religious education opportunities, with our Family Catechesis Program as a cornerstone, designed to help families grow in faith together.

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Family Catechesis Program

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Our Family Catechesis Program is open to families with children from kindergarten through 9th grade. This program focuses on helping families learn, live, and share their Catholic faith together. Through a combination of Community Nights, Class Nights, and at-home activities, families are invited to participate in a rich and flexible faith formation experience.

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Key features of our Family Catechesis Program:​

 

• Community Nights: These gatherings offer fellowship with other parish families, including shared meals and dynamic presentations on the Catholic faith.

• Class Nights: Age-appropriate instruction is provided for children, while parents engage in sessions to deepen their own understanding of the faith.

• At-Home Activities: Families are encouraged to continue the conversation and practice the faith at home with resources provided by the program.

• Meals Included: To make participation easier for busy families, a meal is provided at 5:30 p.m. on both Community and Class Nights.

 

By participating in Family Catechesis, your family will have the opportunity to:​

 

• Grow in faith together through prayer, discussion, and learning.

• Connect with other families in the parish, sharing and supporting each other’s spiritual journeys.

• Evangelize and inspire others by living out your faith in community.

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We especially encourage families with children preparing for First Communion or Confirmation to take part in this program, as it complements the sacramental preparation offered by our parishes.

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2024 - 2025 Calendar

 

Click here to access this school year Religious Ed. calendar.

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How to Register

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It’s easy to sign up for our Family Catechesis Program! Registration is a two-step process:

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1. Parent Registration: Begin by completing the Parent Registration Form here.

2. Child Registration: After submitting the parent form, you’ll receive an email with a link to register each child in your family.

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We invite all families to join us on this journey of faith formation. Together, we can grow in understanding, love, and practice of our Catholic faith as a parish family. If you have any questions or need assistance with registration, please contact:

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Jenny Bellinder
Director of Religious Education  
Phone: (608) 643-2449 ext. 224