Welcome to a new year of faith formation at Cabrini. We hope that your summer was restful as well as fun! Please find below the information on all the Faith Formation opportunities at Cabrini. You can register on-line at cabrinimn.org/content.cfm
Registration deadline is Sunday, September 11, 2010.
Staff for the programs are:
Carol Dittberner, Catechesis of the Good Shepherd/Atrium: 612-339-3023 x 112.
Joe White, Junior/Senior High Coordinator: 612-339-3023 x 114
Chris Kosowski, Entryway/RCIA: 612-339-3023, ext. 115
Deacon Mickey Friesen, Baptism: contact parish office to register 612-339-3023, ext 110
* Baptism: Information on preparation for Baptism is included in this newsletter
* Catechesis of the Good Shepherd/Atrium: will be offered for toddlers through fourth grade.
* First Communion Preparation: will be offered only for children who have participated in the Atrium program for one year, attending weekly prior to registration.
* Middle School Faith Formation Program: will be offered for fifth through eighth graders on Wednesday evenings.
CATECHESIS OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD / ATRIUM
This program, called the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, is a faith formation method based on Montessori principles. The “atrium” is a room that is especially prepared for children and contains the various articles of liturgy (Mass, baptism, sacraments, prayer) and scripture materials (Good Shepherd, True Vine, Moral Parables, Infancy Narratives, and so on).
The Good Shepherd Atrium is in great need of catechists. We have a new course beginning in September for the both the preschool land elementary levels. Please consider joining our work with the children. Formation courses (training) are paid for by the parish in exchange for a two year commitment. Contact Carol Dittberner, 612-339-3023 ext. 112 or carol@cabrinimn.org.
TODDLERS: Ages 6 months to 3.0 years
Children who are walking may attend independently – all others must be with their mom, dad, or other adult.
Tuesday Toddler: 9:00 am – 10:30 am
Classes begin September 20st for all students.
Thursday Toddler: 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Classes begin September 22rd for all students.
PRESCHOOL: Ages 3 to 6 years (age 3 by September 1st and through Kindergarten year)
Thursday Preschool: 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Classes begin September 22nd for new students, September 29th for all students.
Thursday Preschool: 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Classes begin September 23rd for new students, September 30th for all students.
Sunday Preschool: 9:00 –10:30 am
New children: September 25th; returning children October 2nd.
ELEMENTARY PROGRAM:
Wednesday Elementary 6:30 –8:00 pm: 2st – 4th grades
Classes begin September 21nd for new children, September 28th for returning children
Thursday Elementary: 1st – 3rd graders only, 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Classes begin September 23rd for new students, September 30th for all students.
MIDDLE SCHOOL - GRADES 5-8
Wednesdays 6:30-8:00 pm Classes Begin Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Our students in Grades 5 through 8 will explore a variety of prayer and liturgical experiences centering around the seasons of our Church Year, with special emphasis on Advent and Lent.
As always, these are wonderful opportunities for our young people to experience first hand the cycles of our liturgical calendar.
In the classroom, our 5th and 6th graders will be studying New Testament, while our 7th and 8th graders will study the Gospels and explore issues in contemporary discipleship. All four groups will spend time discussing the Sunday readings, and will participate in ongoing service and outreach opportunities throughout the year.
Contact Joe White 612-339-3023 x 114.
HIGH SCHOOL/YOUTH PROGRAM -Sundays 6:30-8:00 pm
Sessions begin in September, Dates TBD
Our High School/Youth program will meet on Sunday evenings beginning in September. A calendar with complete dates will be mailed separately.. This program is open to all high school students and will consist of a combination of educational, social and service opportunities.
Contact Joe White 612-339-3023 x 114.
CLASS SCHEDULES FOR ALL LEVELS
WILL BE SENT OUT UPON REGISTRATION
WHOLE COMMUNITY/ADULT AND FAMILY EDUCATION
We will once again be offering five Cabrini Community Evenings centered around the liturgical year – All Saints/All Souls, Advent, Epiphany, Lent, and Pentecost. These sessions will meet on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 - 8 pm and are open to the entire parish.
Contact Joe White 612-339-3023 x 114.
BAPTISM
Baptism preparation for infants is done with Deacon Mickey Friesen. Baptisms are celebrated during Mass and held four times a year. Baptism preparation for older children is done through the Faith Formation Program, and baptism for adults is done through the Entryway Program (described below).
To register for Baptism, please contact Peggy Doerrie at the parish office, 612-339-3023, ext. 110.
THE ENTRYWAY GROUP
“Is this the same thing as the RCIA?” some people ask. “Yes…and more,” is our response. The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is a process which includes ritual and prayer, faith sharing and learning, lived experience and reflection. Through this process, unbaptized adults, together with a supportive faith community, experience catechesis and celebrate the Sacraments of Initiation – Baptism, Confirmation, and Communion.
Many other adults, already baptized, may be seeking a part of this as well – perhaps Confirmation as an adult, or an opportunity to take another look at the church and faith practice, after a time away. Some are questioning and exploring the Catholic faith; some are active Catholics who seek a deeper understanding and integration of their faith and their daily lives. For a few it is a great way, as new members of Cabrini, to get connected, and for others, it is a great way to welcome new people. For all who take part, it is a safe place to take on some of the more challenging faith and life questions that we are faced with. ALL ARE WELCOME and invited to take part in Cabrini's "Entryway Group" (the RCIA and more!)
The group meets about twice a month on Tuesdays at 7:00 pm in the Franklin Entryway, October through May. Bookmark schedules will be available in early fall. Several Cabrini members serve as discussion leaders, in a friendly, informal process, rooted in the Scripture stories of the upcoming Sunday. Some prayer and ritual, a time for questions, handouts (reading materials), and refreshments are included as well. ALL are welcome at any or all of the sessions. For more info contact Chris Kosowski 612-339-3023 ext. 115 or chris@cabrinimn.org.
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