Office of Faith Formation
gsccdre@gmail.com
(910)425-5617
High School & Middle School Youth
Every First Friday, our Youth Group is invited to take part in Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Teens conclude the evening with fellowship & fun in the youth room. For more information contact Ms. Teresa, high school youth minister at: 315.222.5152 or goodshephsyouth@gmail.com.
Be sure to check out our Youth Group for activities and services for your Middle & High School Youth!
Every First Friday, our Youth Group is invited to take part in Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Teens conclude the evening with fellowship & fun in the youth room. For more information contact Ms. Teresa, high school youth minister at: 315.222.5152 or goodshephsyouth@gmail.com.
Be sure to check out our Youth Group for activities and services for your Middle & High School Youth!
DOUBLE-CLICK HERE FOR 2023/2024 FAITH FORMATION REGISTRATION
FAITH FORMATION SESSIONS FOR 2023-2024
Please keep in mind that 2 full years of faith formation is necessary for reception of the Sacrament of First Holy Communion and the Sacrament of Confirmation.
Middle and High School classes, including Confirmation classes, will be held on SUNDAYS AFTER THE 11:30am MASS: 1:00-2:30pm.
MORNING SESSIONS FOR K-5th GRADES WILL MEET SUNDAY MORNING, 9:45-11:15am.
Completed Registration Forms may be submitted:
1) Online by emailing Registration Form to gsccdre@gmail.com
2) Through the Offertory Basket during Sunday Mass (please mark the envelope Faith Formation)
3) Dropped off directly to the Faith Formation Office.
Faith Formation Fees can be submitted:
1) Online via the Parish website
2) Cash or Check in Offertory Basket (put Faith Formation in the memo)
3) Cash, Check, or Credit Card in the Office during Office Hours.
Contact the Office with any questions.
Please keep in mind that 2 full years of faith formation is necessary for reception of the Sacrament of First Holy Communion and the Sacrament of Confirmation.
Middle and High School classes, including Confirmation classes, will be held on SUNDAYS AFTER THE 11:30am MASS: 1:00-2:30pm.
MORNING SESSIONS FOR K-5th GRADES WILL MEET SUNDAY MORNING, 9:45-11:15am.
Completed Registration Forms may be submitted:
1) Online by emailing Registration Form to gsccdre@gmail.com
2) Through the Offertory Basket during Sunday Mass (please mark the envelope Faith Formation)
3) Dropped off directly to the Faith Formation Office.
Faith Formation Fees can be submitted:
1) Online via the Parish website
2) Cash or Check in Offertory Basket (put Faith Formation in the memo)
3) Cash, Check, or Credit Card in the Office during Office Hours.
Contact the Office with any questions.
BAPTISM INFORMATION
For those who would like their child baptized, please contact the Office at (910)425-1590. You will need to register two weeks in advance to attend the Baptismal Prep Class before your child can be baptized.
For those who would like their child baptized, please contact the Office at (910)425-1590. You will need to register two weeks in advance to attend the Baptismal Prep Class before your child can be baptized.
FAITH FORMATION
OCIA:
Order of Christian Initiation for Adults is an on-going invitation and process for those attracted to or interested in knowing more about the Catholic Faith.
Adults who have not been baptized or have received baptism and not received sacraments after baptism are welcome to inquire and take part in this process or Adult Education.
Adult Education:
Adults who have received the Sacrament of Baptism, attend the Holy Mass, are in need, have the desire to receive the remaining Sacraments of Initiation (Holy Communion and Confirmation) are welcome to take part in adult education. These sessions are particular to the sacraments that have not been received. Meeting dates/times are on-going and determined for the convenience of those attending.
Rite of Christian Initiation for Children:
Children of the age of discernment who have not received the Sacrament of Baptism are welcome to take part in the Rite of Christian Initiation for Children.
OCIA:
Order of Christian Initiation for Adults is an on-going invitation and process for those attracted to or interested in knowing more about the Catholic Faith.
Adults who have not been baptized or have received baptism and not received sacraments after baptism are welcome to inquire and take part in this process or Adult Education.
Adult Education:
Adults who have received the Sacrament of Baptism, attend the Holy Mass, are in need, have the desire to receive the remaining Sacraments of Initiation (Holy Communion and Confirmation) are welcome to take part in adult education. These sessions are particular to the sacraments that have not been received. Meeting dates/times are on-going and determined for the convenience of those attending.
Rite of Christian Initiation for Children:
Children of the age of discernment who have not received the Sacrament of Baptism are welcome to take part in the Rite of Christian Initiation for Children.
Catechetical Institute: Franciscan University
Would you like to know how to deepen your prayer and spiritual life, develop a closer relationship with Christ? Do you have questions about the Catholic Church, how to be a Christian parent or spouse in a secular society, how to have a faith-filled marriage, how to share your faith with others?
You can now have these questions answered in the comfort of your own home, at your convenience and at your own pace. No pressure, meetings to drive to, or papers to write.
Good Shepherd Parish is partnering with The Franciscan Catechetical Institute this year to bring a wonderful source of online information and formation to you and your family. Don’t be fooled by the title – this is not a program for Catechists only and This is NOT a typical educational program - It’s not a program at all! It is a way to deepen your own spirituality as you find the answers to questions you have regarding everyday life as a Catholic Christian and the richness of our Church.
You can participate in either of two ways:
You can choose tracks & subjects of interest to you for your own personal edification.
You can also choose from 18 tracks offered that will lead to Diocesan recognition and Certification in areas such as: Catechesis, Music Ministry, African American Faith and Family, Sports Ministry, Ministry of Parenting, Hispanic Faith and Family, Youth Ministry and much, much more. This opportunity is free of charge to our parishioners at Good Shepherd. Take this opportunity to make it a New Year for you, and pray for those you love. You can begin this journey the beginning the week of January 27, 2020 - a mentor from our parish will work with you - more information is available through the Office.
You can now have these questions answered in the comfort of your own home, at your convenience and at your own pace. No pressure, meetings to drive to, or papers to write.
Good Shepherd Parish is partnering with The Franciscan Catechetical Institute this year to bring a wonderful source of online information and formation to you and your family. Don’t be fooled by the title – this is not a program for Catechists only and This is NOT a typical educational program - It’s not a program at all! It is a way to deepen your own spirituality as you find the answers to questions you have regarding everyday life as a Catholic Christian and the richness of our Church.
You can participate in either of two ways:
You can choose tracks & subjects of interest to you for your own personal edification.
You can also choose from 18 tracks offered that will lead to Diocesan recognition and Certification in areas such as: Catechesis, Music Ministry, African American Faith and Family, Sports Ministry, Ministry of Parenting, Hispanic Faith and Family, Youth Ministry and much, much more. This opportunity is free of charge to our parishioners at Good Shepherd. Take this opportunity to make it a New Year for you, and pray for those you love. You can begin this journey the beginning the week of January 27, 2020 - a mentor from our parish will work with you - more information is available through the Office.
PLANET GREEN-
The Office of the Catechesis supports recycling of e-waste through Planet Green, which accepts the following items:
The Office of the Catechesis supports recycling of e-waste through Planet Green, which accepts the following items:
- Inkjet Cartridges
- Cell Phones
- Pagers
- GPS and Radar Detectors
- Ipods/Mp3 Players
- Mobile Hot Spots
- Video Game Consoles
- Handheld Video Games
- Video Games and Accessories
- Calculators