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HOW DO I REGISTER FOR FAITH DEVELOPMENT 2023-2024?
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STEP 1
Review the programs you can register for below. Note the programs you need to register for based on your child(ren)'s age or grade in school. Registration Period: July 1-August 31
PROGRAMS FOR BAPTIZED CHILDREN AND YOUTH -
Elementary Faith Development GRADES PRE-K TO 5TH (EFD)
We assist in forming children in Grades Pre-K-5 and seek to help every child encounter Jesus. We pray that their time in Elementary Faith Development will be a time of growth in their faith, prayer, and love of Christ. Every program we offer invites the Holy Spirit and breathes with an openness to adapt to the needs of your family while holding firmly to the teachings of our Catholic faith.
Preparation for First Reconciliation and First Communion typically begins in 1st Grade. Children in 2nd through 5th Grade who would like to receive these sacraments will be placed in a separate class with similarly-aged children.
EFD meets on Sunday mornings and you can choose to sign up for Session 1: 9:25am-10:40am OR Session 2: 11:00am-12:15pm.
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Youth Ministry GRADES 6TH TO 12TH (STMYM)
We know the middle school and high school years can be a time of incredible challenge and change. It is also a time that provides opportunities to grow and become more knowledgeable about our faith and more actively involved members of our parish community.
The core of STM Youth Ministry is our spiritual development. We meet together to talk about our Catholic faith, to learn about the traditions & teachings of the Church, and to become better disciples of Christ. Our activities include retreats, trips, social events, service projects and more!
Preparation to receive the sacrament of Confirmation typically begin in 9th Grade. Older High School youth who would like to receive the sacrament will be placed with 9th Graders who are in the first year of preparation. Middle School and High School youth who have not received their First Communion will be placed in a separate class of similarly-aged youth.
All Youth Ministry sessions are held on Sundays, from 6:00pm-7:30pm
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PROGRAM FOR UNBAPTIZED CHILDREN AND YOUTH
Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults adapted for Children (RCIA-C)
Who is RCIA-C for?
Children and Youth ages 7-17 who are not yet Baptized. These children and youth prepare for the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist) through the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults adapted for Children (RCIA-C).
How long does it take?
The Sacraments of Initiation are usually celebrated at the Easter Vigil, and the Church requires preparation to last for at least one year. At St. Thomas More, the process takes about a year and a half, from around September in one year to Easter a year and a half later (for example, September 2023 to Easter 2025).
When are the classes?
11:00 AM on Sundays in the STM Middle School. There will be a parent meeting after classes begin to provide more information about the RCIA-C process and additional dates.
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STEP 2
Now that you have selected the program/s for your child/ren, please review our 2023-24 Sunday Meeting Dates and Sacramental Preparation Policy.
SUNDAY MEETING DATES (Updated 07/01/23)2023 2024 September 24 January 7, 21, 28 October 1,15, 29 February 4, 18, 25 November 5, 12 March 3, 10, 17 December 3, 10 April 7, 14, 28 May 5
SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION POLICY
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Volunteers Needed
To sign up as a volunteer for any grade level of Faith Development, click here
As a thank you to full time adult volunteers, the registration fee for their child(ren) is waived. -
Contact Us
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jhallstmchapelhill.orgDirector of Elementary Faith Development -
mparkerstmchapelhill.orgMiddle School Youth Ministry Coordinator -
khauserstmchapelhill.orgDirector of Youth Ministry
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