CATECHETICAL PROGRAMS

SUNDAY SCHOOL

      For children ages 4 – 6 during the 11:00 a.m. liturgy only.  Children will learn about Jesus through Bible stories, songs and crafts.  For more information, please contact Jackie Kjargaard at 249-4322.

The children may join at anytime.

PRE-COMMUNION CLASSES

     Grade 1 children – This program introduces the child to the gradual discovery of the world in the light of faith.  The aim is to help the child slowly acquire a sense of inward meaning in the things of their world and to discover God at the heart of their daily experiences.  A pre-requisite for Solemn Holy Communion/Reconciliation.  YOUR CHILD MUST ATTEND THIS CLASS IF HE/SHE WILL BE PREPARING TO RECEIVE SOLEMN HOLY COMMUNION THE FOLLOWING YEAR.

MONDAY EVENINGS 7:00 – 8:00 P.M.  STARTS SEPTEMBER.

For more information, please contact Mavis at the parish office at (343-6516).

PRE-COMMUNION PARENT PROGRAM

     As your child begins preparation to receive the holy mysteries of Eucharist and Reconciliation, he/she will have questions and will look to you for guidance.  Parent sessions provide information, inspiration and opportunity for discussion to help you and your child grow in faith.  You are automatically registered for these classes when your child is enrolled in the Pre-Communion Classes.  The parent sessions are held during your child’s class time but not as often as your child’s classes.  For more information, please contact Mavis at the parish office (343-6516).

First Reconciliation/Solemn Holy Communion Program

    This program is for sacramental preparation and is required for Grade 2 children.  They will learn about being “Children of Light.”  The Mystery of Reconciliation will be covered before Christmas; the Mystery of the Eucharist, after Christmas.  If your child has not completed the pre-communion classes, he/she will be required to postpone their sacramental preparation until grade 3. 

MONDAY EVENINGS – 7:00 – 8:00 P.M.  For more information, please contact Mavis at the parish office (343-6516).   Starts in September.

Parent Program for First Reconciliation/Solemn Holy Communion

     As your child continues to grow in faith through their preparations for the holy mysteries, he/she will continue to need your support and guidance.  These parent sessions will focus more on the sacraments and helping your child prepare for them. 

You are automatically registered for these sessions when your child is enrolled in the First Reconciliation/Solemn Holy Communion Program.  The parent sessions are held during your child’s class time, but not as often as your child’s classes.  For more information, please contact Mavis at the parish office (343-6516). 

GENERATIONS OF FAITH
FOR BYZANTINE CHURCHES

The goal of Generations of Faith is to bring people of all ages together to learn and participate in all aspects of our faith.

GOF is designed to:

·        To bring together all generations in lifelong learning

·        Equip and support families to create a pattern of faith sharing and a Christian way of life

·        To promote participation in church life over and above attendance at Sunday liturgy

·        To explain the true meanings of the Church feast days through each month and season

·        To enhance our knowledge and appreciation of icons

·        Promote understanding of the Byzantine tradition

These events are held 2-3 times per year.  The next event is scheduled for Sunday, October 23, 2011 – Watch the Church Bulletin for future dates and registration information .   For more information call Bernadette Popowych at 249-3427 or e-mail popowych@shaw.ca