Office of Faith Formation
2020 Updates
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2020 NEWS:
This May we accepted the retirement of Camille Grupy as RCIA Coordinator. A sincere thank you to Camille for her role as catechist and coordinator in RCIA these many years. Camille will continue to be active in RCIA as a catechist and in several other ministries in our parish.
It is our pleasure to announce that as of May 2020 Thomas J. Freeman accepted the position of Coordinator for RCIA. TJ has been an active member of the RCIA Team and is also active in the Knights of Columbus, Men’s Spirituality Group, and also serves as a sacristan.
May our Lord bless him in his ministry as RCIA Coordinator and guide him with the gifts of the Holy Spirit to lead others to understand His love and build up the Body of Christ.
A note from Camille:
It is with deepest gratitude that I appreciate all the support our parish community has given the RCIA process and to me as Coordinator. The past 30 years have brought much joy to my life. I asked to step down and am pleased that TJ Freeman agreed to step in. The process is in good hands. I will remain a catechist in the process as I pursue other endeavors. Please continue to pray for the RCIA and continue to encourage others to join our Catholic family.
Blessings, Camille Grupy
This May we accepted the retirement of Camille Grupy as RCIA Coordinator. A sincere thank you to Camille for her role as catechist and coordinator in RCIA these many years. Camille will continue to be active in RCIA as a catechist and in several other ministries in our parish.
It is our pleasure to announce that as of May 2020 Thomas J. Freeman accepted the position of Coordinator for RCIA. TJ has been an active member of the RCIA Team and is also active in the Knights of Columbus, Men’s Spirituality Group, and also serves as a sacristan.
May our Lord bless him in his ministry as RCIA Coordinator and guide him with the gifts of the Holy Spirit to lead others to understand His love and build up the Body of Christ.
A note from Camille:
It is with deepest gratitude that I appreciate all the support our parish community has given the RCIA process and to me as Coordinator. The past 30 years have brought much joy to my life. I asked to step down and am pleased that TJ Freeman agreed to step in. The process is in good hands. I will remain a catechist in the process as I pursue other endeavors. Please continue to pray for the RCIA and continue to encourage others to join our Catholic family.
Blessings, Camille Grupy
BAPTISMAL PREPARATION:
Baptismal Preparation Sessions are held in Room 4 at 9:45am. Baptismal Preparation is necessary for parents who desire to have their children baptized as well as for the godparents of the child. If you have not had a child previously baptized at Good Shepherd within a four-year period it is necessary to attend this session.
Due to COVID-19 and the need for safe distancing we ask that you call the office (910- 425-5617) at least one week in advance to register for the session. Child care can be provided if we are notified at least one week in advance.
Dates for Baptismal Preparation for 2020 are: September 13, October 4, November 1, December 6.
Dates for Baptismal Preparation for 2021 are: January 3, February 7, March 14, April 18, May 16, June 13th
Baptismal Preparation Sessions are held in Room 4 at 9:45am. Baptismal Preparation is necessary for parents who desire to have their children baptized as well as for the godparents of the child. If you have not had a child previously baptized at Good Shepherd within a four-year period it is necessary to attend this session.
Due to COVID-19 and the need for safe distancing we ask that you call the office (910- 425-5617) at least one week in advance to register for the session. Child care can be provided if we are notified at least one week in advance.
Dates for Baptismal Preparation for 2020 are: September 13, October 4, November 1, December 6.
Dates for Baptismal Preparation for 2021 are: January 3, February 7, March 14, April 18, May 16, June 13th
BIBLE STUDY:
We are now planning for an adult small group Bible Study which will be held at the Church. We are planning to begin this September - please watch the bulletin for future updates, or call the Office of Faith Formation 910-425-5617 for Further details.
We are now planning for an adult small group Bible Study which will be held at the Church. We are planning to begin this September - please watch the bulletin for future updates, or call the Office of Faith Formation 910-425-5617 for Further details.
ADULT EDUCATION/ALL ARE WELCOME:
Do you have a family member or friend who may have missed receiving some of their Sacraments?
All Are Welcome to adult education! Adults 17 and older who have been baptized in the Catholic Church and have not received the Sacraments of Reconciliation, First Holy Communion or Confirmation are invited to adult education sessions for reception of these sacraments.
Contact Trisha Kamionka in the Office of Faith Formation, 910-425-5617, gsccdre@gmail.com, for further information. or questions about these opportunities to learn more about the Catholic Faith.
Do you have a family member or friend who may have missed receiving some of their Sacraments?
All Are Welcome to adult education! Adults 17 and older who have been baptized in the Catholic Church and have not received the Sacraments of Reconciliation, First Holy Communion or Confirmation are invited to adult education sessions for reception of these sacraments.
Contact Trisha Kamionka in the Office of Faith Formation, 910-425-5617, gsccdre@gmail.com, for further information. or questions about these opportunities to learn more about the Catholic Faith.
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 Trish in the Faith Formation Office, 910-425-5617.
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 Trish in the Faith Formation Office, 910-425-5617.
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
