It is the Mission of this Faith Formation Program:
Teaching the Faith
The Christ In Us Family Model of catechesis that we implement, draws upon the strengths of families and provides ongoing support, formation, and encouragement to help families grow in their Catholic faith.
All sessions take place at Our Lady of Consolation (twice a month; one Wednesday evening and one Sunday morning, from September through May) for faith-related activities that support the instruction families share at home between sessions. Our Faith Formation Program is not intended to take the place of regular Mass attendance, rather build upon its strengths.
Download Faith Formation Handbook 2024-2025
Download Faith Formation Calendar
Sacrament Preparation for First Holy Communion & First Reconciliation
Children prepare for and receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation in second grade. They celebrate their First communion in 3rd grade. The Diocese requires two years of Sacramental prep prior to each Sacrament. Children should be enrolled in first grade Faith Formation classes to make their Sacraments at the traditional age. We offer programs for kids who were not enrolled in time to celebrate Sacraments at the traditional age.
Children celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation in the Fall of 9th grade. Two consecutive years of faith formation is required prior to receiving this Sacrament. Students should enroll in 7th grade to celebrate their Confirmation in the Fall of 9th grade. Students who haven't been enrolled since 7th grade should contact the Director of Discipleship and Evangelization to make other arrangements for Confirmation prep, 219-769-1755, ext 308.
Please note that regarding Saint projects and service hours/projects, Aquinas students should follow school procedures, and FFP students will follow FFP handbook requirements.
Click the registration link below or stop by the faith formation office or Church narthex to pick up a form. Connect with us!
Faith Formation Office
Phone Number: 219-769-2295
E-mail: dre@qofm.org
