Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I dedicated you, a prophet to the nations I appointed you. Ah, Lord GOD!” I said, “I do not know how to speak. I am too young!”* But the LORD answered me, Do not say, “I am too young.” To whomever I send you, you shall go; whatever I command you, you shall speak. Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you to deliver you—oracle of the LORD. Then the LORD extended his hand and touched my mouth, saying to me, See, I place my words in your mouth! Jeremiah 1:5-9
Formation in early years start with storytelling, crafts and music...join in on the fun and learn about our wonderful friend, Jesus, and how we talk with him each day!
Basic formation starts with prayer. Forming the heart begins with doing and caring for others. Hands-on projects, thinking of others and building our friendship with Jesus will help us to grow into who God has created us to be.
Seeing each day as a gift from God, thanking our Lord for all He has done and continues to do for us, through prayer and action helps us to create a life serving God and our neighbor. How can we build a friendship with God?
Where will tomorrow take us? How shall we follow our Lord? High school years form our future, how will your teen live out his/her Catholic faith as a young adult? How are they living it out today?
Proverbs 22:6
As the first catechists for your children, Saint Mary Cathedral staff and volunteers are here to assist you in preparing your child to receive their sacraments. To do this, we ask that you and your child...