Children’s faith formation at St. John the Beloved aims to support parents in their efforts to help their children encounter God so that they become life-long disciples of Jesus. We seek to accomplish this by helping children build a real friendship with Christ through prayer, sacraments, scripture, and the teachings of Jesus handed down to us by the Catholic Church. Our program includes:

• Instruction in the truths of the Catholic faith.
• Formation in prayer: learning how to encounter God through prayer, sacraments, and Scripture.
• Helping youth to form habits of virtue.

We recognize and respect parents as the primary educators of their children, and our weekly program strives to support parents in this important task of sharing the Catholic faith with their children. It is our joy and privilege to help parents in this endeavor through:

• Providing “at home” activities for families.
• Parent sheets for each grade so you can connect with your child about religious education.
• Online resources to equip you to have meaningful conversations about faith with your children.
• Sacramental preparation that engages both parents and children.
• Monthly parent nights that include social time and adult catechesis.

Faith Formation sessions for the 2026-27 school year will take place on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 – 8:00pm for children in kindergarten through 8th grade.

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If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to the Faith Formation Office: Michael Jacobeen or Theresa Carrescia.