Faith Formation
for children
in grades K thru 5th
and their parents
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In our program, St.
Augustine Church partners with your family in the task of faith formation and
development. We support you in nurturing the seeds of faith with classes for
children and adults, plus intergenerational sessions. Our Sunday K – 5 program
is designed to foster a living, conscious, and active faith.
To download
a schedule for this years K – 5 program click here.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does this program take place?
The Kindergarten
through 5th grade program meets on Sunday mornings from 10:30 am to 11:15 am.
This allows families to choose to attend Mass at 9:00 am or 11:30 am. Children
meet in classrooms at Hurley Hall, and the parents' class is in the Lounge in
the Main Building.
Who are the teachers in our program?
The catechists
(religion teachers) for the children are volunteers who willingly give of their
time and energy. Being a Student Center, we are blessed to have many University
of Florida students, who, as volunteers, bring enthusiasm and spirit to their
teaching! The catechists for the adults include members of the parish staff and
other guests.
Which textbooks do we use?
We use Faith First, a
series of textbooks published by Resources for Christian Living, (Allen, TX).
These textbooks have received approval at both the national and diocesan levels.
You can learn more about them online at
www.faithfirst.com
Why are parents expected to attend?
Parents are expected to
attend every time there is a scheduled class. First, we believe that faith
formation is a life-long process. Second, we believe there is a strong witness
value for your children when they see you attending. We offer adult education on
a variety of topics. In addition, a few of these sessions will focus on
parenting and faith formation, providing ideas and approaches to use at home.
Is there a fee for Faith Formation?
Yes. We ask that each
family pay a fee of $40.00 per child to cover textbooks, supplies, and other
program expenses. No family is asked to pay more than $120. If this fee poses a
financial burden for your family, simply indicate this on the registration form
and other arrangements will be made.
What if my child is not baptized?
Please enroll your
child in this program, noting this on the registration. Also please register
your child for the RCIA for children program by following this
link. It is
this process that prepares them for Baptism.
What about First Communion?
St. Augustine offers a
separate program for children in the 2nd grade who are ready to receive their
First Communion. Please register your child for this program using this
link
to the web page that describes the program.
How do I register my children for the K – 5 program?
You can register your children in two ways:
1.
Download the registration form by following this link.
Complete and return to the parish office no later than September 21. Include a
check payable to St. Augustine Church.
2.
Pick up a registration form at the
Parish Office. The office is open every day from 9:00 am till 9:00 pm.
Complete and return to the parish office no later than September 21. Include a
check payable to St. Augustine Church.
Whom do I ask for more information?
For additional
information regarding this program or any other aspect of religious education
contact Tom Rinkoski, Director of Faith Formation at St. Augustine. You can
reach him by phone at 352.372.3533 or via internet at
tomrinkoski@yahoo.com.
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