Ministries - Christian Formation

Celebrations of Faith

The Christian Formation committee is excited to offer to the parish an intergenerational faith formation program for all parishioners regardless of age or education level. This program is entitled Celebrations of Faith (COF). In this program, the parish will gather together to learn, pray and form community as we prepare for significant events in the life of the Church.

Please click here for the current offering of Celebrations of Faith

More information on Celebrations of Faith may be found in the brochure.

All sessions are Fee Free to all interested individuals.

Adult Education

The parish offers numerous opportunities for adults of all ages to enrich their faith and provides support both onsite and at various locations, through a variety of programs and support groups offered by the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. Parish events include ongoing Bible Studies, Lenten small group Scripture sharing, adult Confirmation classes, a biennial parish mission and special programs on topics such as parenting.
Contact person: Pastoral Assistant olsonj@archmil.org
 

Liturgy of the Word for Children

Catechists lead the children (K-4 through 4th grade) who attend the 10:00 a.m. Mass to the church basement after the opening prayer. All are welcome. The Sunday readings are proclaimed from the Children’s Lectionary. God’s word may be expressed in a song, a skit or an art activity. The children rejoin the congregation for the Prayer of the Faithful. Liturgy of the Word for Children is held from October through May.
Contact person: Director of Religious Education lukaszewskih@archmil.org
 

Religious Education

Classes for children and youth from K-4 through 6th grade are held in the school classrooms, on Sunday mornings, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:10 p.m., September to May. Recognizing the importance of family faith formation, an important part of the religious education program is participation in Celebrations of Faith as described above. For a schedule of classes for the year 2006-07, click here.

Contact person: Director of Religious Education lukaszewskih@archmil.org

Youth Ministry

Youth Ministry includes faith formation for youth, social activities throughout the year, and much more. Religious Education classes for 7th and 8th grade are held in the school on Sunday mornings, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:10 p.m. Classes for 9th and 10th grades usually meet on Sunday mornings from 11:00 a.m. to 12:10 p.m. in the Church basement. Recognizing the importance of family faith formation, an important part of the religious education program is participation in Celebrations of Faith as described above. Other youth opportunities include a day of reflection, contemporary teen liturgies, multicultural worship experiences and other activities at the diocesan, district and parish level.

For information on Confirmation preparation, please go to the Sacraments page.

Contact person: Youth Minister kavanaughm@archmil.org

Young Adult Ministry

The Young Adult Ministry aims to meet the spiritual, social and educational needs of young adults from the parish and the community through activities at the diocesan, district and parish level. Among opportunities available to young adults, St. Vincent Pallotti collaborates with other local parishes in offering Theology on Tap during the summer.

For more information on Archdiocesan young adult events, go to www.cross-connected.org.

Contact person: Youth Minister kavanaughm@archmil.org

Vacation Bible School

This is a one-week opportunity for summer fun and enrichment for children from K-4 through 4th grade. Activities include crafts, skits, songs, games and scripture stories.
Contact person: Director of Religious Education lukaszewskih@archmil.org