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Religious Education Information
Sue Muldoon, Coordinator K-5
EMail: smuldoon@saintann.org
2010-2011 Registration Process & General Information:
For directions and forms to register children for Religious Education
2010-2011 at St. Ann and St. Zepherin Parishes for grades kindergarten
through confirmation please visit the St. Zepherin website at
stzepherin.org and click on the Registration for Rel Ed tab.
The forms are in PDF format. Please help us by registering children
as soon as possible so we can schedule teachers and classes.
Registration
Fee Structure*
One Child - $100.
Two or More Children - $200.
* No child is ever excluded due to inability to pay fees.
Please contact the Pastor or
Religious Education Coordinator if arrangements need to be made
for fee payment.
The
following information is required in order to constitute a completed
registration:
1. Registration Card for each child registered
2. Registration Payment Form (note benefit for early registration!)
3. Payment (checks should be made payable to: St. Ann's Rel. Ed.
Program)
4. Health Form
5. Baptismal Certificate (if applicable)
· A Baptismal Certificate must be included with the registration
materials for first time registrations unless a record of the
child's baptism is on file at St. Ann's Parish. Registration will
be complete upon receipt of the Baptismal Certificate and class
placement determined at that time.
· Registration will be processed through St. Ann's Parish Office
only. A child will not be admitted to class unless registration
information is complete and on record at the Parish Office. No
registration will be accepted during class times.
· If you have questions concerning the Registration Process, please
contact the Religious Education Coordinator or Parish Office at
508-358-2985.
Religious Educations Classes will be starting in the next few weeks.
Cluster A September 12
Cluster B September 19
Cluster C September 26
Weekly Sunday classes begin on September 19
Weekly Wednesday classes begin on September 29
Catechist materials for Cluster B and C will be available to be picked up in St. Zepherin pastoral center the weekend of September 11 and 12.
St. Ann Sunday catechist materials will be available in catechist cubbies in the kindergarten room the weekend of September 11 and 12.
Classes assignments will be sent by email by September 10 (earlier for Cluster A). Please call the religious education office if you have any questions.
Children's Liturgy of the Word- Volunteers are needed for this important program at both the 8:30 and 10:30 Masses. Easy to use materials and training are provided. Volunteers are scheduled every 4-6 weeks and your dates can be planned around your schedule. It is a perfect volunteer opportunity for busy people. Please consider sharing your faith with our children in this way. Contact Sue Muldoon.
Family Cluster Babysitting Help is needed babysitting for young children during the Family Cluster Program at St. Zepherin. Care is needed for children from ages 1-5 while their parents and older sibling participate in the program. Each Cluster meets every third Sunday from mid -September until mid April. Babysitting takes place in the lower level of St. Zepherin Pastoral Center from 9:30-11:00 am. Please Contact Sue Muldoon in the religious education office if you are able to assist with this program.
Catechists Needed Catechists are still needed for all programs. If you are interested in participating in this rewarding experience, please contact Sue Muldoon.
Liturgy of the Word with Children is celebrated most Sundays during the 10:30 Mass. This is wonderful opportunity for the children to be able to experience the readings of the week in a way that is more accessible to them. Please consider Mass attendance and participation the primary element of your children's religious education. Volunteers are needed for this important ministry.
Liturgy
of the Word with Children (Pre-K-3rd Grade)
We have been most pleased by the response to the Liturgy of
the Word with Children (LWWC)
that is offered at the 10:30 am Mass on many Sunday mornings throughout
the year.
No registration is required for children ages 5 to grade 3 (inclusive)
to participate.
If you have been thinking about becoming involved in this ministry,
please
call Sue Muldoon, 508-358-2985 with any questions you may have.
Liturgy
of the Word with Children (LWWC) is designed to include children
in the liturgy and create a sense of belonging. Children accompany
their family to the Mass and then those who will participate are invited
to come to the altar after the opening prayer. The priest gives the
children his blessing and the leader/co-leader accompanies them to
the church hall. The main goal of the LWWC is to help the children
who participate to grow closer to God and His people. The children
will do all of the things the adults do in the main assembly; that
is read Scripture, sing, hear a homily, and offer prayers of the faithful.
The difference is that these are geared to their level. Questions
are also asked about the readings to help them apply understanding
to their own lives.
Commonly asked questions:
How old does my child need to be to attend the LWWC?
The general range is 5-8 or Grades K-3, however, if your child can sit quietly for about 15 minutes, then 4 year olds are welcome to attend.
Does my child need to attend the St. Ann's Religious Education Program to attend?
No, all children who are in attendance at Mass are welcome. There is no registration required for LWWC.
My child is unsure about attending. May I go with him/her?
Yes, an older sibling is also encouraged to accompany them until he/she feels comfortable coming alone. Older children can serve as excellent role models for the younger children.
How does this format enhance family participation afterwards?
Each child will receive a handout sheet after the LWWC that has simple questions based on the readings for family members to discuss during the week. Children, because of their increased participation, enjoy looking at this sheet during the Mass instead of non-related church books and/or toys.
When is LWWC offered?
Liturgy of the Word with Children is offered at the 10:30 am Mass on many Sundays throughout the year.