1. ST. JOSEPH PARISH FAMILY FAITH PROGRAM 2018-19
WELCOME!!
ST. JOSEPH PARISH
FAMILY FAITH PROGRAM

2. Why Family Faith? Domestic Church Baptismal Vows
Faith grows from within the family
Children learn from example
God as the center

3. What is Family Faith NOT?
A classroom
A source of added STRESS
A chore
Just another thing we need to do…

4. How does Family Faith work?
Monthly Family Faith church
Adults will move over to Our Lady’s Hall
Children will move over to the classrooms
Weekly discussion/faith enrichment & activities at Home
Different activities for different ages
All linked to the Theme of the Month
This year’s theme is the Sacraments

5. What do parents need to do?
Commit to a weekly time to sit down as a family to discuss topic of the week
Be HERE for Family Faith Sessions
This IS NOT a drop-off program
Take some time to preview the materials for the week
Gather any necessary supplies for activities (ie: crayons, scissors, glue)
Light a candle before you begin – this is a great reminder that Jesus is present
Bring your family to Mass – all together if possible – this is the CENTER of our faith

6. Family Liturgies Every Sunday at 10:30 Mass
There is a Children’s Choir
The Homily is geared toward the kids
Monthly we will highlight one grade – and have a coffee and… reception to follow (October 21st is Grade 4!)
Grade Masses will have kids from that grade involved in the Liturgy – in age-appropriate ways (please encourage your kids to volunteer to help out!!)

7. Parish as a Family
Communication – we want to know your joys, your struggles – we’re here to help
Community – we want EVERYONE to find their place here – through spending time here – find YOUR ministry
Many hands make light work
Find the amount to give – time, talent & treasure – that is right for your family
We set the example that our children will follow

9. Where can we get involved?
Usher/Greeter
Lector
ALTAR SERVER!
Eucharistic Minister
In Church
Homebound/Wingate
St. Vincent de Paul Society
Mater Dei Group
Parish Food Tasting Festival (Oct 13)
Music Ministry