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Religious Education News, Jan. 28 & 29, 2011 Print E-mail

MANDATORY First Reconciliation Retreat for 2nd-Year Preparation Students

(FC2, FCO2, FCMS2, HSFC)

Saturday, Feb. 11

Please arrive on time for the retreat.

Sunday Classes:

  • 9 a.m. - Sign-in at Msgr. Hubertus Hall and verify your First Communion Mass date: May 5 at 5 p.m. or May 6 at 12 p.m.
  • 10 a.m. - Confessions in the church (color-coded)

Wednesday Classes:

  • 10 a.m. - Sign-in at Msgr. Hubertus Hall and verify your First Communion Mass date: May 5 at 5 p.m. or May 6 at 12 p.m.
  • 11 a.m. - Confessions in the church (color-coded)

Two receptions of the sacrament of Reconciliation are required before a child may receive First Holy Eucharist. At least one parent is required to attend with the First Communicant to help facilitate a smooth program and give the parent the opportunity to receive the sacrament of reconciliation. Afterward, return to Msgr. Hubertus Hall to receive the First Reconciliation certificate.

MANDATORY Parent Conference for parents of 2 nd Year

Confirmation Preparation High School students (HS2)

Thursday, Feb. 16, 7 p.m., Msgr. Hubertus Hall
 
Religious Education News, Dec. 24 & 25, 2011 Print E-mail

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

 

Sunday religious education classes resume Jan. 8; Wednesday classes resume Jan. 11.
 
Religious Education News, Dec. 3 & 4, 2011 Print E-mail

Liturgical Traditions: Advent wreath

For centuries, Catholics have lit the Advent wreath as part of their spiritual preparation for Christmas. The evergreen branches shaped into a circle represent everlasting life promised by Jesus. Since Advent falls during the darkest time of the year, the lighting of the candles reminds us that Jesus came into the world to dispel darkness and radiate the light of God's love. The color purple symbolizes royalty in anticipation of the coming birth of Jesus. Purple is also the color of penance, representing the need to prepare our hearts for the coming of Jesus. The rose color is a secondary Advent color that represents the joy of the season.

Here is a simple candle-lighting ceremony with ideas on how you can incorporate symbolism and prayer into your Advent wreath:

2nd week of Advent - The second purple candle signifies peace. Light two purple candles and pray: Dear God, help each person in our family experience wonder and awe as we await the coming of the Christ Child. Fill us with a deep sense of peace. Amen.

- from The Definitive guide to Advent and The Mass: An Invitation to Enjoy It

IMPORTANT REMINDER

Thursday, Dec. 8 is a holy day of obligation celebrating the Immaculate Conception of Mary, Mother of God. The Immaculate Conception refers to the condition that the Blessed Virgin Mary was free from original sin from the very moment of her conception in the womb of her mother Saint Anne. We celebrate the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary on Sept. 8; nine months before is Dec.8, Feast of the Immaculate Conception.

St. Anthony Mary Claret Mass Schedule :
 
Religious Education News, Nov. 19 & 20, 2011 Print E-mail

MARK YOUR CALENDAR: Important Dates

Wednesday, Nov. 23 & Sunday, Nov. 27: NO RE CLASSES (Thanksgiving break)

ATTENTION: Parents of Second Year of First Communion Preparation Students

(FC2, FCO2, FCMS2, HSFC)

First Communion sacramental preparation test dates:

Nov. 30 for Wednesday classes

Dec. 4 for Sunday classes

Students are expected to earn 75% or better on the test which will be graded and returned to students before Christmas break. The test will be administered again in March for any student who did not make 75%.

The sacramental preparation test ensures that the student has the basic knowledge and understanding of our faith to receive the Eucharist worthily. It is one of the elements we use to determine the readiness of a child for the reception of First Holy Eucharist.

The test is based on the Faith and Life 2 Jesus Our Life book. In addition to the basic tenets of our faith, students will be expected to know the Ten Commandments. This portion of the test may be taken orally, if the student so desires. (Order and phrasing of Commandments are unimportant.)

Your active participation in the faith formation of your child, your attendance at parent conferences, your child's mastery of the age-appropriate prayers, his or her good attendance in the RE classes, and his or her mastery of the sacramental preparation exam all ensure that your child will be prepared for the reception of the sacrament in May.

Please continue to talk about the faith with your child and continue to pray daily with him or her. Have a blessed and thankful Thanksgiving.

Liturgical Year: Advent

January 1 is New Year's Day for our secular calendar. However, New Year's Day for the Church is the First Sunday of Advent, which falls on the Sunday closest to November 30. The Latin word adventus means "approach" or "drawing near." During the season of Advent, as we draw near to the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ on Christmas, we allow God to "prepare the way of the Lord," to "make straight the paths" of our hearts so they may more fully welcome the coming of our Savior.

Advent is a special time to celebrate with your children. They will learn about Advent and the Advent wreath in our religious education classes. You can help the season come alive for them at home with an Advent wreath and Advent traditions such as the Jesse Tree, the O Antiphons, the Advent chain, or the Posada.
 
Religious Education News, Oct. 28 & 29, 2011 Print E-mail

MARK YOUR CALENDAR: Important Dates

Tuesday, Nov. 1: All Saints Day, a HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION

Wednesday, Nov 9, NO RE CLASSES

Wednesday, Nov. 23 & Sunday, Nov. 27: NO RE CLASSES (Thanksgiving break)

Girls' Third-year High School Confirmation Mandatory Overnight Retreat (HS3)

at the Seraphic Sister's Retreat House

Friday, Nov. 4 - Sunday, Nov. 6

  • Students are required to attend this overnight retreat as part of their confirmation preparation.

  • Parents will need to sign the registration form they received at the parent conference and send it to the office.

  • Parents are welcome to join us for Sunday Mass at 12 p.m. followed by a reception at the hall.

Second Year High School Confirmation Mandatory Retreat (HS2)

Saturday, Nov. 12. 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Msgr. Hubertus Hall

  • Students are required to attend this one -day retreat as part of their confirmation preparation.

  • Parents will need to sign the registration form that their teens will receive it at class and send it to the office

  • Breakfast and lunch will be provided.

  • Students will receive the sacrament of reconciliation.

  • The retreat will finish after the 5 p.m. Mass. Parents are welcome to join us for Mass!

IMPORTANT: There will be NO classes for students of HS2 on Sunday, Nov. 13.
 
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