Faith Formation Ministries

Faith Formation Ministries

Order of Christian Initiation for Adults

OCIA

These classes start each Fall and conclude at the Easter Vigil. They are open to anyone High School or older who is interested in becoming Catholic or never finished the Catholic Sacraments of Initiation- Eucharist or Confirmation.


Sunday mornings during the School Year at 10:00 am - 10:50 am.

2024-25 Syllabus

Parish School of Religion

PSR

These classes teach children grades K-8 not enrolled in a Catholic School more about their faith. They also prepare students in need of First Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation.


Sunday mornings during the School Year from 10:00 am - 10:50 am.

2024-25 Calendar

Children’s Liturgy of the Word

Volunteers facilitate an age-appropriate Liturgy of the Word for children in grades K-3. On Sundays during 11:00 am mass, children are invited to the front of the church, blessed, and escorted to a classroom. Volunteers must have “Protecting God’s Children” certification, background check, and fingerprinting. Lesson plans are provided.


Time commitment:  1 hr/wk, 30-minute prep, 30 minutes with children on Sunday during mass

Rosary Prayer

Volunteers sign up to lead the rosary. The rosary is recited 30 minutes prior to certain masses in May & October, including weekday and weekend masses. A leader's guide is provided.


Time commitment: 30 minutes per Rosary led

Sunday Scripture Preview

Open to all, this group reads the upcoming Sunday readings. After reading each of the three scripture passages, participants engage in reflection and discussion.


Time commitment: 90 minutes on Tuesdays following 8:30 a.m. mass

Centering Prayer

Coming Soon! Join practioners for a weekly 20-minute sit, followed by brief spiritual discussions.


Time commitment: 40 minutes every week on Thursdays at 5:30 pm.

Contemplative Outreach of Columbus
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