St. Anne Parish

        The Faith Formation program at St. Anne Parish is designed to assist parents in forming their children in the Catholic faith. The program caters to students grades K-12. The Sacraments of Penance and First Communion are typically received in grade two, after completing grades 1 and 2 curriculum. The Sacrament of Confirmation requires two years of preparation and is typically received in grades ten or eleven; however, special accommodations are available for students of all ages who desire to receive their sacraments. All students preparing for their sacraments should be preparing their hearts, minds, and souls for these sacraments by attending weekly Mass, and biweekly faith formation classes.                                                                                                       We encourage families to bring their children to weekly Mass as Sunday Mass attendance is of the utmost importance. As Jesus himself declares in the Gospel of Matthew, "Let the children come to me, and do not prevent them; for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." Attending Mass allows us to gather together as a faith community and share our thanks and praise with the Lord.                                                                                                                                We seek volunteers from Confirmation age and beyond to help assist in our St. Anne Faith formation classrooms. Please contact MaryBeth Philbin-Hannigan if you have some time to help with catechizing our children. Teaching, and assisting others in teaching the faith, is a wonderful way to practice valuable Spiritual Works of Mercy. Volunteer catechists and assistants are always welcome to participate; all you need is a love of Jesus. Training and materials are provided.
 

       For all questions and inquiries, please contact MaryBeth at [email protected].