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Have you heard about our parish-wide faith formation program called Generations of Faith? Generations of Faith was started by the Center for Ministry Development in 2001 and is funded through a large grant from the Lily Endowment. It is currently being offered in 700 parishes across the United States.

What is Generations of Faith?
Generations of Faith is an innovative approach to faith formation (Religious Education or CCD). It enables the parish to become a community of learning by creating lifelong faith formation that is centered in the events of church life, embraces all ages and family generations, and promotes faith at home through parish preparation programs. Most importantly, it increases participation in church life. The program centers around a monthly gathering at the parish where parishioners of all ages gather for a shared meal, prayer, in-depth learning and sharing.

For whom is Generations of Faith and how does it benefit?

• For Families with Children (Pre-K to 6th grade): Generations of Faith provides on-going catechesis and faith formation for children and their parents (replacing Family Faith). It is required for children preparing for parish sacramental programs such as the First Eucharist program. Children learn together with their parents.
• For Teens (6th-12th grade): Adolescents come on their own or with their families and attend the in-depth learning portion of the sessions normally with their peers, and at times in inter-generational groups. Generations of Faith is required for high school students preparing to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation in 2005.
• For Young Adults (18-30 yrs. old): At times neglected in parish formation programs, Generations of Faith provides young adults an opportunity to gather and learn about their faith through experiences tailored to meet their needs.
• For Adults (30 yrs.+): Yes, faith formation is not just for children and families! Our faith grows and develops as we grow. Adults gather to share their wisdom in inter-generational sessions and as well in in-depth learning sessions specific to their needs. The first year focuses on deepening our understanding of the Feasts and Seasons celebrated in the Church year.

If you haven't yet, please register for 2007/8. View Photos from our Past Gatherings	View our Brochure
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Next month’s session
(May 20-21, & 23-24 – 6:00pm -8:30pm)
We will discuss what we mean when we pray: “We believe in the Church.”  Fr. John will be speaking at all the sessions to share our vision of church and the history of this community as we prepare to celebrate our 15th anniversary. EVERYONE is welcome.  Please pass this on. We will have a BBQ and slideshow reflecting on our journey with the Creed. You will also have an opportunity to register for next year so plan accordingly.   This is our last session so don’t miss it! For more information, please contact Glenn Valois at x316 or gvalois@sfoasj.org.

700 parishioners registered for the entire nine session
2004-2005 Generations of Faith Program.  All members of the parish are encouraged to participate in this new program for all ages. Space may be limited so register early to get your first preference.

 Please contact Glenn Valois if interested in helping or for more information
at 223-1562 x316 or wsousae@sfoasj.org .