The Church of St. Luke

The Church of Saint Luke recognizes that the religious education of children is part of the vocation of parents and acknowledges the need for the faith community to collaborate in this important work. The Sunday Eucharistic gathering is the primary catechetical instrument of the Church. Our Faith Formation ministry offers a variety of programs oriented toward helping families nourish the seeds of faith in their children and form them in the traditions of the Catholic Church.

Scripture Club  for Kindergarten through 5th grade young disciples

Sessions begin in September and end in early June. We offer two options for young disciples to learn the stories from the Bible. Children gather to hear the scripture story of the week, then breakout into small groups for activities related to the Bible story.

Sunday K-5th, 10:20-11:15 AM (Begins September 13^th, 2009)

Thursday K-5th, 3:30-4:30 PM (Begins September 17^th, 2009)

Home Study  for Kindergarten through 5th grade young disciples

Call to Faith student texts are available for purchase for families to use at home to further disciple understanding.  A weekly study guide and internet support via e-connect will be provided.  The cost for each grade level text is $20.

Sacramental Preparation for children and youth  is offered as outlined below:

• First Reconciliation and Eucharist - Minimum age 7 -  requires one year prior enrollment and attendance in the K-5 Scripture Club and 2 year family participation in Emmaus Disciplefests.  Disciples must be baptized.
• Confirmation - Minimum age 15 - requires one year prior enrollment and concurrent participation of candidate in Emmaus Disciplefests (the rest of the family and sponsors are also encouraged to participate in Emmaus with the candidate).
• Christian Initiation of Children/Teens is available for older children/teens that have not been baptized
• Readiness for reception of sacraments is determined by parents, catechetical staff and pastor