Family Faith Formation
“The definitive aim of catechesis is to put people not only in touch but in communion, in intimacy with Jesus Christ.” – John Paul II, Catechesi Tradendae, 5
Register HERE for Family Faith Formation – Religious Education: K-Grade 5, EDGE, LIGHT, and for SACRAMENTS for Ages 7-17!
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In our own time, in a world often alien and even hostile to faith, believing families are of primary importance as centers as living, radiant faith. For this reason the Second Vatican Council, using an ancient expression, calls the family the Domestic Church (#1656, Catechism of the Catholic Church)
Families with Children: Kindergarten-Grade 5
Find out more about our family faith journeys that include Sacramental Preparation! View descriptions of SEEK, ROOT, MEND, NOURISH & QUEST HERE.
For more information and questions, please contact:
Office of Family Faith Formation for Kindergarten-Grade 5
Mary Jo Trapani | Director
Maryjot@olmercy.com
(331) 707-5378
Alejandro and Tai Hardaway | Coordinators
AlejandroH@olmercy.com
TaiH@olmercy.com
(331) 707-5375
Karen Schwartz | Administrative Assistant
KarenS@olmercy.com
(331) 707-5369
EDGE Middle School Ministry (Grades 6-8)
Faith formation for families with students in grades 6-8 is called EDGE. Students can participate in EDGE Nights, social, service, retreat and leadership opportunities. Get more details here.
For more information and questions, please contact:
Office of Family Faith Formation for Grades 6-12
Adolfo and Joana Lopez | EDGE Coordinators
AdolfoL@olmercy.com
JoanaL@olmercy.com
(331) 707-5375
Dave Miserendino | Director
DaveM@olmercy.com
(331) 707-5371
Karen Schwartz | Administrative Assistant
KarenS@olmercy.com
(331) 707-5369
L.I.G.H.T. Senior High Ministry (Grades 9-12)
Faith formation for families with high school students (grades 9-12) is called L.I.G.H.T. or Living In God’s Holy Truth. It includes mini-courses, monthly gatherings, service, social events, retreats, trips, conferences, peer ministry and much more. Get more details here.
For more information and questions, please contact:
Office of Family & Youth Evangelization & Catechesis for Grades 6-12
Dave Miserendino | Director
DaveM@olmercy.com
(331) 707-5371
Karen Schwartz | Administrative Assistant
KarenS@olmercy.com
(331) 707-5369
Adult Faith Formation GROW
Amazed at the work of Holy Spirit in our parish, we’re convinced that God is leading us into a time of formation, becoming missionary disciples necessary for the transformation of life and culture. Please click here for more information
Becoming Catholic (OCIA)
Adults (age 18 or older) Looking for Baptisms and Confirmations? OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults) might be for you. Click here for more information.
Please contact Zara Tan at zara@olmercy.com (630) 851-3444 ext 230 with any questions.