We desire to know God in a personal way in order to find meaning and purpose in our lives. The aim of catechesis is “to put people, not only in touch, but also in communion with Jesus Christ” (GDC 80).

St. Rose of Lima supports families in raising their children in the Catholic faith by partnering with them in the learning process.  This dynamic and engaging program, produced and designed to strengthen the family and stimulate lifelong learning is referred to as Family Formation and is designed for children in grades K-6. Watch the Video! (left side of the page) 

How It Works 
Each month, families receive a packet of weekly lessons. These lessons bring the whole family together to study and then apply the teachings to their day-to-day family life. 

WEEKLY HOME LESSONS:

• Have been developed for two age groups: Children in grades K-3 and grades 4-6. These age-appropriate lessons cover the same weekly topic.
• Lessons for Grades K-6 take approximately one hour per week to complete. 
• Learning is fun through games, activities, stories, memory verses, quizzes, and audios/music.
• Lessons reinforce Sunday Mass, reflecting the liturgical year and immersing families into the life and seasons of the Church.  

Sacraments:  Children in grade 1 enroll in Family Formation and begin the preparation process to celebrate Reconciliation and First Communion in grade 2.

Children in grade 3 and older who are in need of Baptism, Reconciliation, or First Communion and their parents attend a weekly class at the parish called RCIC1 (Rite of Christian Initiation for Children- Year 1) where the foundations of the Catholic faith are taught.  In year two, the family participates in Family Formation and the child celebrates the sacraments.