Does your parish have Sunday School or CCD classes?
Yes, Sacred Heart Catholic Community has an active program for the development and deepening of our children’s faith. We offer an on-going program for children as part of life-long faith formation. This is the Children’s Faith Formation Program (also called CCD). In addition, there are Sacramental Preparation programs for children preparing for their first reception of the sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist (Holy Communion) – as well as for youths preparing for the Sacrament of Confirmation.
Children’s Faith Formation Program (CCD Class)
Do you have to be a member of the parish to participate in the program?
Yes, we ask that all participants of the program register as parishioners here at Sacred Heart so that they become part of our on-going religious formation program.
When do Children’s Faith Formation classes begin and are they every weekend?
Classes begin September 11, 2011. You can see the schedule of classes on the web-based parish calendar. The last day of class is May 27, 2012. During the 2011-2012 season, Children’s Faith Formation will meet every Sunday – although due to Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter there are exceptions:
There will no Children’s Faith Formation classes on these Sundays
Sunday November 27, 2011 Thanksgiving
Sunday December 17, 2011 Christmas
Sunday December 25, 2011 Christmas
Sunday, January 1, 2012 New Year's
Sunday, January 15, 2012 Martin Luther King, Jr.
Sunday, March 11, 2012 Spring Break
Sunday, March 18, 2012 Spring Break
Sunday April 8, 2012 Easter
Sunday May 13, 2012 Mother's Day
What time is your Children’s Faith Formation Program (CCD Class)?
Classes begin at 10:30 am – conveniently scheduled after the parish’s 9 AM Sunday Mass. Classes begin promptly at 10:30 and the children are available for pick-up at 11:30 am.
Where are the Children’s Faith Formation classes held?
The classes are held at Sacred Heart Academy located just north of the parish church at 3515 N. Florida Ave.
When is Children’s Faith Formation registration?
Registration will be after each Mass – in the lobby of the church – on the weekend of August 20/21 and the following weekend, August 27/28, 2011. You can also download the registration form here, print it out and bring the completed hardcopy to the church that weekend.
My child was in CCD at another parish. Can they join your program?
Yes – if the child(ren) are joining mid-year, our director of Children’s Religious Education will consult with the parents to best place the child.
Are the costs for the program?
Yes, in order to defray the costs of materials, the parish has established the following costs for Children’s Faith Formation: $50/per child.
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When does Sacrament Preparation begin?
The parish has programs for First Reconciliation, First Eucharist and Confirmation. Please see the individual section for program specific information. You can also see this information on the parish calendar
When is registration for all the Sacramental Preparation programs?
Registration for First Reconciliation, First Eucharist and Confirmation will be after each Mass – in the lobby of the church – on the weekend of August 20/21 and the following weekend, August 27/28, 2011. You can also download the registration form here, print it out and bring the completed hardcopy to the church that weekend.
My child is already enrolled in the Children's Faith Formation (CCD) program. Do they have to particpate in the Sacramental Preparation program in order to receive one of the sacraments this year?
Yes - the Sacramental preparation program is in addition to the on-going faith formation program.
My child attends a Catholic School (e.g. Sacred Heart Academy, Villa Madonna, Academy of the Holy Names). Do they have to particpate in the Sacramental Preparation program in order to receive one of the sacraments this year?
Yes. While your child is receiving on-going religious formation at your school, the Sacramental Preparation program is in addition to the formation they receive at their school.
What are the requirements to participate in the Sacramental preparation program here at Sacred Heart?
- All children must be baptized in the Catholic Church and a be member of a registered family of Sacred Heart.
- All children must be currently enrolled and active in either the Children's Faith Formation (CCD) program or in one the area Catholic schools.
- All children must have been enrolled in a Children's Faith Formation (CCD) program or have attended a Catholic school last year - in other words, there is continuity in the religious formation from last year.
- All children must attend the program sessions as outlined below.
My child was in sacramental preparation at another parish. Can they join your program?
Yes – if the child(ren) are joining mid-year, our director of Children’s Religious Education will consult with the parents to best place the child.
Are the costs for the program?
Yes, in order to defray the costs of materials, the parish has established the following costs for the different programs.
First Reconciliation/Eucharist - $50 per child
Confirmation - $50 per child
How can I find out more about the individual programs?
Click on the program of interest to read more: First Reconciliation First Eucharist Confirmation
My child has not yet been baptized – what should we do?
If your child is less than 7 years old, please contact Marcelle Dunbar at the parish office (x220). If your child is 7 years or older, we will work with you to find the best pathway that leads your child to the sacrament of Baptism – and the other sacraments. Clearly, it will depend on the age of the child. In this case please contact the pastor.
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The First Reconciliation program
The process of preparing the children for First Reconciliation begins with a celebration along with the parish community. There will be a Rite of Calling/Blessing for First Reconciliation on Sunday September 25, 2011 at 9 am Mass at Sacred Heart Church.
Classes preparing the children for their First Reconciliation meet from 7-8 pm at Sacred Heart Academy.
Monday, September 26, 2011
Monday, October 24, 2011
Monday, November 28, 2011
Rehearsal for the celebration is Monday January 9, 2012 from 7-8:30 pm at Sacred Heart Church.
The celebration of First Reconciliation will be Wednesday, January 11, 2012 from 7-9 pm, also at Sacred Heart Church. You can see the schedule of classes/events on the web-based parish calendar beginning in the month of October.
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The First Eucharist program
The process of preparing the children for First Eucharist begins with a celebration along with the parish community. There will be a Rite of Calling/Blessing for First Eucharist on Sunday February 5, 2012 at 9 am Mass
Click here for current First Eucharist preparation documents: forms, student guides, handouts, and letters from CRE to parents - and other useful items!
Classes preparing the children for their First Eucharist meet from 7-8 pm at Sacred Heart Academy.
Monday February 6, 2012
Monday, March 5, 2012, and
Monday, April 16, 2012.
The preparation concludes with a morning of Retreat from 9:30 – 12 noon at Sacred Heart Academy Saturday April 21 . There will be a Rehearsal from 7-8:30 pm at Sacred Heart Church Wednesday April 25. The Celebration of First Eucharist will be at an 11 am Mass at Sacred Heart Church Saturday, April 28, 2012. You can see the schedule of classes/events on the web-based parish calendar beginning in the month of February. 2012. There will also be regular Sunday Masses when a child or children may make their First Communion. These dates and times will be discussed at the Parent Classes.
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Confirmation preparation begins in September, 2011. Classes meet from 7:00 pm until 8:30 pm at Sacred Heart Academy. The process of preparing the young people and their sponsors for Confirmation begins with a celebration along with the parish community. There will be a Rite of Calling/Blessing on Sunday September 18, 2011 at 9 am Mass.
Click here for current Confirmation preparation documents: forms, student guides, handouts, and letters from CRE to parents - and other useful items!
Please read the requirements for your child to prepare for the Sacrament of Confirmation at Sacred Heart (here).
Classes normally meet the third Wednesday of the month, but please note the dates marked as (*) are different because of other Church celebrations.
Schedule of Confirmation Program Classes
Wednesday, September 21, 2011 (all including parents meet in auditorium)
Wednesday, October 19
Wednesday, November 16
Wednesday, December 14 (Parent Meeting with Fr. Sean)
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Wednesday, February 15
Wednesday, March 14 (Parent Meeting with Fr. Sean)
Wednesday, April 11
The preparation concludes with a morning of Retreat from 9:30 – 12 noon at Sacred Heart Academy Saturday, May12. The Rehearsal for Confirmation will be May 16 at 7:00 pm at Sacred Heart Church. The Sponsor must attend both the Retreat and the Rehearsal
The Celebration of Confirmation will be at the 5:30 pm Mass at Sacred Heart Church Saturday May 19, 2012. You can see the schedule of classes/events on the web-based parish calendar beginning in the month of September.
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