Category: Religious Education

Rite For Christian Initiation Adapted for Children

And Third Grade and Up First Holy Communion

2021-2022 Queen of All Saints School of Religion – Level 5

Catechist: Mr. Matthew Davis

Welcome! 

Level 5 is intended for fifth graders who received the sacraments of first penance and reconciliation, and first eucharist also known as first holy communion from previous year/s.   

It is imperative and very important that the students attend Sunday mass, and class, and that the parent/s or legal guardian attend Sunday mass, and general parent meetings. This is the basic requirement so the children will continue to be nurtured in their faith as they develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of our catholic faith and tradition. 

Ongoing formations along with accompaniment in faith both by the parent and parish community are ideal to help  strengthen their faith and love for God, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the church.  This should also lead to a gradual preparation for confirmation when they reach the proper age or grade level prescribed by the diocese. 

During the course of the year we will be using our primary textbook published by Loyola Press entitled Finding God Our Response to God’s Gifts Grade 5 2021 edition,  along with supplemental resources such as The Catholic Youth Bible NABRE 4th Edition published by St. Mary’s Press.

Stay connected with us and our parish – your home parish QAS.

Please do not hesitate to speak with us for any questions or concerns you may have. This is a collaborative effort. We are here to support and empower you as the primary catechist of your child. 

Primary Textbook:

Loyola Press Finding God Our Response To God’s Gifts 2021 Edition 

Grade 5 Online Resources, Interactive Review Sessions (Assessments), and Unit Review (Unit Assessments): https://www.loyolapress.com/faith-formation/finding-god/finding-god-2021/parents-and-students/resources/grade-5/

Finding God Newsletter – September-October 2021

2021-2022 Queen of All Saints School of Religion – Level 4

Catechist: Ms. Lisa McGhie

Welcome! 

Level 4 is for students in their fourth grade. This is part of the ongoing formation classes between receiving the sacraments of first penance and reconciliation, and first eucharist also known as first holy communion, and confirmation when they reach the age or grade level as prescribed by the diocese.  

It is imperative and very important that the students attend Sunday mass, and class, and that the parent/s or legal guardian attend Sunday mass, and general parent meetings. This is the basic requirement so the children will continue to be nurtured in their faith as they develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of our catholic faith and tradition. 

Ongoing formations along with accompaniment in faith both by the parent and parish community are ideal to help strengthen their faith and love for God, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and His church.  This should also lead to a gradual preparation for confirmation when they reach the proper age or grade level prescribed by the diocese. 

During the course of the year we will be using our primary textbook published by Loyola Press entitled Finding God Our Response to God’s Gifts Grade 4 2021 edition, along with additional handouts given during class, and or sent via email to the parents.   

Stay connected with us and our parish – your home parish QAS.

Please do not hesitate to speak with us for any questions or concerns you may have. This is a collaborative effort. We are here to support and empower you as the primary catechist of your child.

Primary Textbook:

Loyola Press Finding God Our Response To God’s Gifts 2021 Edition 

Grade 4 Online Resources, Interactive Review Sessions (Assessments), and Unit Review (Unit Assessments):  https://www.loyolapress.com/faith-formation/finding-god/finding-god-2021/parents-and-students/resources/grade-4/ 

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*Please note that Ms. Lisa McGhie also teaches level 3 this year.  Please follow her instructions in terms of primary textbook, and resources to use.

2021-2022 Queen of All Saints School of Religion – Level 2: First Communion Preparation Class

Catechist: Mrs. Marie Andre

Welcome!

This is the second year of the two year communion preparation program. By spring 2022 the students will be receiving the sacrament of first penance and reconciliation, and first eucharist also known as first holy communion.  

It is imperative and very important that the students attend Sunday mass, and class, and that the parent/s or legal guardian attend Sunday mass, and the proximate sessions. This is the basic requirement so the children preparing for the sacraments will be drawn closer as they encounter the Lord in the sacraments and the church. After this year, students are expected to continue their ongoing formation in level 3 until they reach the age or grade level for confirmation as prescribed by the diocese.    

During the course of the year we will be using the primary textbook published by Loyola Press entitled Finding God Our Response to God’s Gifts Grade 2 2021 edition,  along with additional handouts given during class, and or sent via email. In addition, you will receive the following supplemental resources: the St. Joseph Picture Books “My Picture Missal” published by Catholic Book Publishing, The Jesus StoryBook Bible published by Zondervan, and I Meet Jesus by Jean Vanier published by Paulist Press. 

Stay connected with us and our parish – your home parish QAS.

Please do not hesitate to speak with us for any questions or concerns you may have. This is a collaborative effort. We are here to support and empower you as the primary catechist of your child.  

Primary Textbook:

Loyola Press Finding God Our Response To God’s Gifts 2021 Edition 

Grade 2 Online Resources, and Interactive Review Sessions (Assessments), Unit Review (Unit Assessments) : https://www.loyolapress.com/faith-formation/finding-god/finding-god-2021/parents-and-students/resources/grade-2/

Finding God Newsletter – September-October 2021

*Students in this class are usually in their second or third grade. We have a multigrade level communion class for those who started communion preparation class in their third grade or higher. 

2021-2022 Queen of All Saints School of Religion – Level 1: Pre-Communion Preparation Class

Catechist: Ms. Marie-Pierre Guiraud                                 

Welcome! 

Level 1 pre-communion class is the first year of the two year preparation program of receiving the sacraments of first penance and reconciliation, and first eucharist also known as first holy communion. 

The class is intended for students in first and second grade. 

It is imperative and very important that students attend Sunday mass, and class, and that the parent/s or legal guardian attend Sunday mass, and general parent meetings. This is the basic requirement so the children preparing for the sacraments will be drawn closer as they encounter the Lord in the sacraments and the church.

During the course of the year we will be using our primary textbook published by Loyola Press entitled Finding God Our Response to God’s Gifts Grade 1 2021 edition, along with additional handouts given during class, and or sent via email to the parents.   

Stay connected with us and our parish – your home parish QAS.  

Please do not hesitate to speak with us for any questions or concerns you may have. This is a collaborative effort. We are here to support and empower you as the primary catechist of your child.  

Primary Textbook:

Loyola Press Finding God Our Response To God’s Gifts 2021 Edition 

Grade 1 Online Resources, Interactive Session Review (Session Assessments), and Unit Review Fishers of Faith (Unit Assessments): https://www.loyolapress.com/faith-formation/finding-god/finding-god-2021/parents-and-students/resources/grade-1/

Finding God Newsletter – September-October 2021

2021-2022 Queen of All Saints School of Religion – Early Childhood Program: Pre-K – Kindergarten 

Catechist: Mrs. Annabelle Albattre                                 

Welcome! 

The early childhood program is intended for students in pre-k and kindergarten. 

It is a religion readiness program designed to help the children encounter the Lord, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the church.  It is intended to help the children develop an understanding of what happens at mass as they listen to the stories of God’s love from the Bible and the teachings of the church while their parents are attending the mass.   

It is imperative and very important that the students attend Sunday mass, and class, and that the parent/s or legal guardian attend Sunday mass, and general parent meetings. This is the basic requirement so the children will get introduced and grow in familiarity of the sacramental life and mission of the church.  

During the course of the year we will be using our primary textbook published by RCL Benziger entitled Stories of God’s Love  Pre-School 3-4. It comes in 30 leaflets that the children can take one leaflet home after each class. Parents are expected to do a follow-through, and or lead the at-home activity.  

Stay connected with us and our parish – your home parish QAS.  

Please do not hesitate to speak with us for any questions or concerns you may have. This is a collaborative effort. We are here to support and empower you as the primary catechist of your child. 

Primary Textbook:

RCL Benziger’s Stories of God’s Love Online Resources: http://rclbstoriesofgodslove.com/preschool?

Family Faith: Stories of God’s Love Families The Heart of the Matter: Teaching Your Children About Virtues

Religion Readiness

Finding God Newsletter – September-October 2021

2021-2022 Queen of All Saints School of Religion – Level 7: Pre-Confirmation Preparation Class

Catechist: Mr. Kevin Davis

Welcome! 

Level 7 is intended for students in seventh grade who received the sacraments of first penance and reconciliation, and first eucharist also known as first holy communion from the previous year/s.  This is the first year of the two year confirmation preparation program.  The diocese prescribes that the sacrament of confirmation be conferred to children no earlier than eight grade. 

It is imperative and very important that the students attend Sunday mass, and class, and that the parent/s or legal guardian attend Sunday mass, and proximate sessions. This is the basic requirement so the children preparing for the sacrament of confirmation will be drawn closer to the Lord as they receive and encounter the Lord in the sacraments and the church. After this year, students are expected to continue their ongoing sacramental formation in level 8, whereas by the gifts of the Holy Spirit they will be prepared and empowered to live as mature disciples and members of the church.  

Ongoing formations along with accompaniment in faith both by the parent and parish community are ideal to help  strengthen their faith and love for God, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the church.  This should also lead to a gradual preparation for confirmation when they reach the proper age or grade level prescribed by the diocese. 

During the course of the year we will be using our primary textbook published by Loyola Press entitled Finding God Our Response to God’s Gifts Grade 7 2021 edition, along with the The Catholic Youth Bible NABRE 4th Edition published by St. Mary’s Press. Additional handouts may be given during class, and or sent via email to the parents.     

Stay connected with us and our parish – your home parish QAS.

Please do not hesitate to speak with us for any questions or concerns you may have. This is a collaborative effort. We are here to support and empower you as the primary catechist of your child and fellow disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ.   

Primary Textbook:

Loyola Press Finding God Our Response To God’s Gifts 2021 Edition 

Grade 7 Online Resources, Interactive Session Review (Session Assessments), and Unit Review Fishers of Faith (Unit Assessments):  https://www.loyolapress.com/faith-formation/finding-god/finding-god-2021/parents-and-students/resources/grade-7/

Finding God Newsletter – September-October 2021

*Students who completed their sixth grade are encouraged to consider becoming an altar server. This will be a good time as well to find ways of committing to serving the community, and the parish.  In level 8, the students are required to complete discipleship (service) hours.