Church of the Immaculate Conception

  The Roman Catholic Community of Glenville, New York

Faith Formation Grades K - 6, Rainbow and Children's Liturgy of the Word

The church recognizes that parents are the first and best teachers of faith for their children.  Our program offers support and structure to the formation that is happening at home.  We strive to integrate the meaning and message of the Word of God, the development of a community of faith, the celebration of Liturgy and worship, and to promote a life of service and discipleship.

 

The Faith Formation program offers weekly sessions for Kindergarten through Grade 6, Children's Liturgy of the Word during the 11:00 am Mass, and preparation for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and 1st Eucharist.

Meet the
Faith Formation Staff

Mrs. Madeline Fretto
Pastoral Associate

 

Mrs. Michele DeLorenzo
Faith Formation Assistant

Please contact the Faith Formation Office if you would like to enroll your children for the 2019-2020 year.


2019-2020 Class Times:
Full calendars will be available at enrollment
and posted online in September

Sunday 9:15am - 10:45am

Grades 1 -6

 

Monday 3:45pm - 5:15pm
Grades 1 - 6

 

Tuesday 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Grades 1 - 6

 

Home Study is available for Grades 3 - 6
(evaluations are 4 times per year on Sunday mornings)
Evaluations dates for 2019-2020 will be published in September

Click here to print the Home Study Calendar and Chapter Assignments

Please Note:  Classes will be limited to 14 children in the regular classrooms and 10 children in the new split classrooms.  In order to provide each child with a quality Faith Formation experience, and a safe, controlled environment, we cannot make an exception to this rule.
 

We are proud to offer Faith Formation for Kindergarteners.
Kindergarten meets on Sunday Morning from 9:15am - 10:45am 

 
The Rainbow Class is offered for children between the ages of 6 and 15 who are learning disabled - perhaps they are in need of their sacraments or maybe they would love to be a bigger part of our Faith Community through participation in the Faith Formation Program.  We welcome all with open arms. 
Rainbow meets Sundays from 9:30am - 10:20am, as scheduled.   
Please contact Madeline Fretto with questions.  
 

If you are new to our community, WELCOME!  We would encourage any new families to contact the Faith Formation Office prior to enrollment.  When you enroll in our program for the 1st time you will need to complete a NEW FAMILY ENROLLMENT FORM   

Additionally, we will need copies of baptismal certificates for each child that will registered in the program.  Please note, this is NOT the same as our Parish Census and Registration.  For information about registering with the Parish, please contact the Parish Office.

 

Returning families will have enrollment forms pre-printed to review and sign at enrollment

2019-2020 Tuition

$65.00 for 1 child
$125.00 for 2 children

$175.00 for 3 or more children

Payment in full is due (cash or check only) at enrollment.  If tuition represents a financial hardship for your family, please contact us.

First Reconciliation and First Eucharist

Children are prepared for the Sacraments through participation in the Faith Formation Program while in 2nd grade.  If you have a child older than 2nd grade we needs the Sacraments, we welcome them into our program.  Please contact Madeline Fretto to discuss your child's situation.  Questions about First Reconciliation and First Eucharist should be directed to Madeline Fretto, Pastoral Associate for Faith Formation.

First Reconciliation Workshop and Sacrament

January 11, 2020
9am - 12 noon



First Eucharist Workshop


April 4, 2020

10am - 12 noon




First Eucharist Rehearsal


April 29, 2020

4pm - 5pm



Celebration of the Sacrament of First Eucharist


May 2, 2020

10:00am


The Faith Formation Program offers many opportunities for children and their families to fully engage in the Life of our Parish.  One way is through scheduling Masses throughout the year where the children have an opportunity to be the greeters, ushers, gift bearers and more.  We hope that you are able to join us for these special liturgies throughout the year!

2019-2020 - Family Masses @ 11am Mass

October 6, 2019
November 24, 2019
December 15 - Children's Advent Mass

January 12
February 23
March 22

April 26 - Alleluia Mass

A few pictures from our March 2017 children's mass
Children's Liturgy of the Word

During the 11:00 Mass on specific Sundays during the school year. 

Children who are at least 4 years old but have not yet received 1st Eucharist are invited to participate in Children's Liturgy of the Word.  For their safety and protection, children who participate in Children's Liturgy of the Word will now be required to register for this program.  However, no fee will be charged. 

If you would like more information on Children's Liturgy or to Volunteer to help with this program, please email Madeline Fretto.