LNMV Religious Education 2019-2020

Parent/Student Handbook

Church of St. Nicholas, New Market

www.stncc.net Father Patrick Barnes, Pastor

952-461-2403

Church of the Immaculate Conception, Lonsdale

http://churchoftheimmaculateconception.net Father Nicholas VanDenbroeke, Pastor 507-744-2829

Most Holy Trinity, Veseli

www.mhtveseli.com Father John Lapensky, Pastor 507-744-2823

Director of Religious Education Kathy Chlan

952-652-6100 ext. 130 Kathyc@holycrossschool.net

Religious Education Administrative Assistant

Lenae Addabbo 952-652-6100 ext. 130

lenaea@holycrossschool.net

WEBSITE:

www.lnmvre.net Also available from parish websites

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Religious Education Tuition

ONLINE REGISTRATION

https://mytads.com/a/lnmvreligiouseducation

EARLY BIRD Registration Pricing ends on August 8th

Registration fees through August 8th

, 2019:

Grades 1-8 $90.00/student

Confirmation classes open to grades 9-12:

Confirmation Class: year 1: $135.00*

Confirmation Class: year 2: $135.00*

First Reconciliation\Communion 2nd

grade & up

First Communion material fee: $35.00**

*fee includes retreat registration fees

**for ALL 2nd grade (and older) students preparing for First Reconciliation/Communion

(includes home school, catholic school and RE students)

Grades 1-8 $105.00/student

Confirmation classes open to grades 9-12:

Confirmation Class: year 1: $140.00*

Confirmation Class: year 2: $140.00*

First Reconciliation\Communion 2nd

grade & up

First Communion material fee: $40.00

All Registration is done online through TADS Payment Plans are available through TADS (Additional cost to manage) All payments made online, if you use electronic check there will be no additional fee, you will also have an option to pay

by credit or check card, however, the merchant fee will be added to the amount you owe.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT REGISTRATION BY August 8th, 2019

REGISTRATION FEES BEGINNING August 9th, 2019

ALL REGISTRATIONS to be completed NO LATER THAN August 15th

After this date we assign classrooms and catechists and classroom availability may be limited depending on volunteers and classroom size

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Catechists* Discounts Catechists and co-catechists: (weekly commitment) Gr 1-8 = Free Tuition Confirmation = $90.00 discount No discount on First Communion materials fee or AYD or confirmation retreat fees Classroom Aides: (weekly commitment) Gr 1-8 tuition 50% discount Confirmation = $45.00 discount No discount on First Communion materials fee or AYD or confirmation retreat fees *If you are interested in being a catechist or aide contact Kathy Chlan @ kathyc@holycrossschool.net or 952-652-6100 ext. 130. All Catechists and Aides are required to have Virtus safe environment training, current background check, signed code of conduct and current online training as assigned.

SACRAMENT PROGRAM REGISTRATION: First Reconciliation\First Communion Preparation:

All students preparing for First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion must register for the Sacramental Preparation Program, this includes students educated at home through a home school program, Catholic School or through the Religious Education Wednesday evening classes.

A mandatory parent meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 11th at 6:00pm in the Gym at Holy Cross Catholic School. The meeting will give details on the sacramental preparation program.

All students planning on preparing for First Communion must be a registered member of one of the three parishes and must be attending either the Catholic School or the RE Wednesday night program. For those students not attending a public or private school they should be enrolled in a home school program or co-op.

Confirmation Preparation

Two-year Confirmation Preparation is open to all students 9th – 12th grade

Confirmation Prep meets from 6:30-7:45pm on Wednesday evenings following the RE schedule

A mandatory Parent-Student meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 11th at 7:30pm in the Gym at Holy Cross Catholic School. The meeting will give details on the sacramental preparation program.

BAPTISMAL CERTIFICATES

All students preparing for receiving sacraments in 2019 will need a certified baptismal certificate from the parish of baptism if not baptized at the parish of current registration. Certified copies should come directly from the parish of baptism. We will be collecting these certificates starting in November. We must receive these certificates by January 1st or the Sacrament could be delayed. This is applies to all our First Communion students and our Year 2

(grade 10) Confirmation students. This does not apply if your child was baptized at one of our three parishes. Our RE administrative assistant will work with you and your parish of baptism to receive the certified certificate.

Registration Information Continued

“The aim of catechesis is to lead believers to a deeper knowledge and love of Christ and the Church and a firm commitment to follow him” (National Directory for Catechesis).

All religious education is formation in Christ, given to make “faith become living, conscious and active, through the light of instruction” (CD, 14)

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LNMV Religious Education Class Schedule 2019-2020 Grade 1-10

www.lnmvre.net Wednesday Nights at 6:30pm – 7:45 pm

Classes held at LNMV Catholic Education Center, home of Holy Cross School 6100 37th Street West, Webster, MN 55088 952-652-6100 ext. 130

September 5 Catechist/aides/Volunteer Orientation Workshop (Grades 1- 10) 6:00-8:00pm

11 First Communion Parent Meeting @ 6:00pm in gym at Holy Cross 11 Confirmation Parent Student Meeting @ 7:30pm in gym at Holy Cross 18 Class 25 Class

October 2 Class

9 Class 16 NO Class – MEA Break 23 Class 30 Class

November 6 Class - Safety training for Grades 8-9-10

13 Class - Safety training for Grades 4-7 20 Class - Safety training for Grades 1-3 27 NO CLASS – Thanksgiving Break

December 4 CLASS

11 Class 18 NO CLASS (Christmas Break) 25 NO CLASS (Christmas Break)

January 1 NO Class – Mary, Mother of God – Holy Day of Obligation

8 Class 15 Class 22 Class – First Reconciliation Interviews

29 NO Class – Catechist workshop February 5 Class

12 Class – Prayer Knowledge Testing 19 Class 26 NO CLASS – Ash Wednesday

March 4 Class

11 Class 18 Class 25 Class

April 1 Class

8 NO CLASS – Holy Week 15 Class – First Communion Interviews 29 Class – Last night

Additional events for First Communion and Confirmation students can be found on the next page!

ABSENCES:

Can be emailed to: lenaea@holycrossschool.net or Kathyc@holycrossschool.net

LNMV RE Web site has button to click to report absences. Reported by calling 952-652-6100 ext. 130

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ADDITIONAL 2019-2020 EVENT DATES: Wed. Sept. 11th

, 2019 - 2nd Gr. Parent meeting @ 6:00pm – 7:00pm @ Holy Cross Gym Wed. Sept 11th, 2019, Confirmation student-parent meeting @ 7:30pm @ Holy Cross Gym God in the Family Parent meetings for First Communion will begin the week of October 2019 (dates tba) Sat. November 16th, 2019 Archdiocesan Youth Day – Bus leaving 11:30am returning approx. 10:00pm Fri. & Sat. Nov. 22 & 23, 2019 – Confirmation Retreat for Year II Confirmation Students Sat. Dec. 14th, 2019 – Sponsor/Confirmation Student Meeting for Confirmation II class @ St Nicholas with IC Sat. Jan. 4th, 2020 – Sponsor/Confirmation Student Meeting for Confirmation II class@ Most Holy Trinity Sat. Jan. 11th, 2020– 2nd gr. Parent/Student Reconciliation Workshop – 5pm mass/tour/talk @ Parishes Sat. Jan. 25

th, 2020– First Reconciliation @ parishes

Rite of Sending for Confirmation yr. 2 students TBA Confirmation at Cathedral of St. Paul in St. Paul TBA (as June 21 no dates by diocese have been sent) Sat. April 4th, 2020 – First Communion Parent/Student Workshop 9:30-11:00am at your parish

Immaculate Conception, Lonsdale First Reconciliation: Saturday, January 25th, 2020 @ 9:00 am

First Communion Rehearsal: Saturday May 2nd @ 9:30 am First Communion: Sunday, May 3rd @ 10:00am Mass

Most Holy Trinity, Veseli First Reconciliation: Saturday. January 25th, 2020 @ 10:30am

First Communion Rehearsal: Sat. April 25th @ 9:30am First Communion: Sun. April 26th @ 9:00am Mass

St. Nicholas, New Market First Reconciliation: Saturday, January 25th, 2020 @ NOON

First Communion Rehearsal: Friday, May 1st @ 6:00pm First Communion: Sat. May 2nd @ 5pm Mass

10th Grade Confirmation Retreat, Date: Friday night and Saturday, November 22 & 23, 2019 Friday night: 6:00pm–10:00pm and Saturday 8:30-6:00pm

Confirmation – TBA

ARCHDIOCESIAN YOUTH DAY – SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16TH, 2019 Required retreat for 9th grade (Year 1) Confirmation

Grades 10*-12 are invited – room available on first come basis Parental Consent forms will be emailed out and available on the website. This form is required to attend.

AYD fee is included in registration fee for confirmation students only. AYD fee for Youth in grades 11 and 12th is $35.00

Location is: St. Thomas Academy, Mendota Heights Meet at the gym at Holy Cross at 11:00am and depart by bus and return approximately 10:00pm

*Year 2 confirmation students can attend AYD for 2 faith events

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FORMED is a website that is a gateway to awesome Catholic content for both children and adults and is FREE to all our families. The children programming is great and kids love the animated programs, movies, bible stories, and there are even books to download and they become yours! If you have not registered yet please go to the RE website and on the front page clik on the blue “register now” as you see below. You can also register by going to lnmv.formed.org

Through FORMED you have access to over $800,000 of programming, this is a wonderful tool. To help you get started they provide a “pick of the week” or simply pick topics you are interested in. FORMED APP: Download the formed app on tablets and other mobile devices. Great content for your children to have access to.

1. Parents are the first and most influential educators of their children. You are encouraged as parents to discuss the material learned in class with your child. Discussing the material, praying as a family and frequently attending Mass will help your child to grow in his or her faith.

2. Mass attendance on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation is a serious obligation. Religious Education assists the

student in growing in his\her faith; it does not take the place of Mass attendance. Mass attendance every Sunday and Holy Day of Obligation is expected of every student.

3. Parents are asked to assist their children in learning the formal prayers of the church. The expectations of each

grade level are outlined in this book along with a copy of the prayers. Parents, Godparents and Grandparents can help students prepare for their prayer testing. By helping them memorize their prayers, you can also help build a habit of prayer and strengthen your child’s relationship with God.

4. Homework is sometimes assigned by the catechists. The goal in assigning homework is to reinforce lessons

learned in class. Please discuss your child’s homework with them and assist him or her to ensure that he\she is learning the material as well as possible.

FAMILY LEARNING GOALS

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1. Drop-off time for all students is between 6:20pm – 6:30pm. Students may not enter the classroom

unless their Catechist/teacher is in the room. Catechists are not responsible for students dropped off earlier than 6:20pm. Doors are locked for security at 6:35 after opening prayer.

2. Classes release at 7:45pm; please pick up your child(ren) promptly. If you have a child in grades 1-4 you must come into the school to pick up your child or an older sibling must come to the classroom to pick them up, if arranged with teacher. If you are part of a carpool, please make arrangements with the teacher ahead of time so they know who to release your child to. This is for your child’s safety!

3. ATTENDANCE POLICY: Children should make every effort to attend every class. This helps all students and catechists when they do not have to repeat or re-teach for those missing. REPORT Absences through link on RE website or email to lenaea@holycrossschool.net or kathyc@holycrossschool.net You may also call 952-652-6100 ext. 130 as soon as you are aware that your child will be absent, you may contact the catechist directly if you have their information. If there is no advance notice your child’s absence will be considered an unexcused absence.

4. Students are not to bring I-pods, cell phones, headphones, food, drink, gum, weapons, toys, or anything else to class that will cause distractions. Any items brought to class that does NOT have to do with Religion may be confiscated and returned at the end of class. (No Exceptions).

5. Appropriate dress: Students should dress respectfully for class; NO hats, caps, tank tops, t-shirts with inappropriate sayings. All YOGA OR LEGGING PANTS should have long sweater/shirt for coverage; short shorts are NOT allowed.** Parents may be contacted to bring appropriate clothing.

6. Students that make a threat of any kind to their teacher, peers, helpers or parents, will immediately result with dismissal from the program.

7. If your child looses or damages a textbook, there is a $9.00 replacement fee.

8. CHANGES to the Wednesday evening religion classes as well as announcements of upcoming events

will be published in your parish church bulletin and the RE website: www.lnmvre.net The link is also

available through each parishes’ website. Email notices will be sent if appropriate. 9. You must be a registered parishioner of the parish in order to participate in Religious Education, if you need to

register please call your parish office first 10. Parking lot at Holy Cross: Please be courteous in picking up and dropping off children. Please park your car

in the lot if your child is not waiting at the curb. Drive slow and careful as many students are crossing the parking lot to get to a waiting car. Handicap parking is ONLY for those with Handicap stickers per the law!

1. Respect school and student property. Wipe muddy feet before entering the building, use garbage cans for

garbage, do not sit or stand on desks or tables. Keep hands out of day-students’ desks and off of day-class

items, if this is not observed it could lead to disciplinary action.

2. Respect yourself, your peers and all the teachers.

3. Listen quietly when someone is talking and speak with good manners. Keep hands and feet to yourself. Do not run in the hallways. The Gym is only used with permission.

4. Arrive prepared to learn and to contribute positively to the class. (Read chapters, complete assignments, and practice prayers regularly.)

GENERAL POLICY AND GUIDELINES

STUDENT BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS

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Disorderly and disrespectful conduct to catechists\teachers or peers is not acceptable. Resolution will depend upon the severity of the problem and frequency. General guidelines are listed below.

1. The catechist will verbally correct the erring student by directing the student to stop the unacceptable behavior and conform to the expected behavior. A verbal correction may be followed up with an Incident Report Form letting the parent know there was an issue. The form needs to be signed and returned the next week. If the behavior continues we move to step 2.

2. Student will be sent to the DRE to discuss the behavior and come up with a plan for the rest of evening. Student may return to classroom upon Catechist and DRE approval. There will be follow up with a notification of parents. If behavior problems continue we move to step 3.

3. Student will be doing seat work in the office the remainder of class time. The DRE will contact the parents about the issue and together determine the proper resolution of the problem which could result in the dismissal of the student from the program. A plan for continued education of the student will be completed with the help of the parents. Parents will be requested to sit with child in classroom if child is sent to the office more than 3 times.

PLEASE TAKE NOTE: Because of the multiple school districts and the fact that severe weather changes during the day and can develop late in the day which may cause the cancellation of evening classes. It also happens that some school districts cancel while others do not and weather can improve during the day, so classes can and will be held in the evening regardless of school day cancellations. Please check the LNMV RE web site at: www.lnmvre.net under the weather tab for updates. Please verify if classes have been cancelled. If weather develops late in the day we will post the cancellation by 4:30pm. You may also contact your student’s teacher. Late afternoon Weather announcements are difficult but we do use our email system to give notification to all parents. Please check your listed email account.

The doors of the school will be locked at 6:35pm and re-open at 7:35pm. All parents coming to pick up their children

are asked to remain in the hallway in front of the office until 7:40 pm, voices do carry so we ask for quiet

conversations so we do not disturb classrooms. If you or your children arrive after 6:35pm there will either be

someone at the door to check you in or you may ring the bell at the door and wait for someone to ask to identify

yourself and let you in. All parents who wish to visit a classroom with their child or be in the hallways after 6:35 must

sign in at the office and have a prior to going to the classroom.

DISCIPLINE POLICY

SCHOOL SECURITY

WEATHER UPDATES

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GRADE K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9* 10*

Holy Water Etiquette

X X X X X X X X X X X The Sign of the Cross

X X X X X X X X X X X Proper Genuflection

X X X X X X X X X X X Grace Before Meals

X X X X X X X X X X X Our Father X X X X X X X X X X X Hail Mary X X X X X X X X X X Guardian Angel

X X X X X X X X X X Glory Be

X X X X X X X X X X Act of Contrition X X X X X X X X X 10 Commandments X X X X X X X X Mysteries of Rosary X X X X X X X X Fatima Prayer X X X X X X X X Hail Holy Queen X X X X X X X St. Michael Archangel X X X X X X Apostles Creed X X X X X X Memorare X X X X X Morning Offering X X X X X Act of Faith X X X X Act of Love X X X X Act of Hope X X X X Sins & Virtues X X X Works of Mercy X X X Holy Days Obligation X X Beatitudes X X Precepts of Church X X Seven Sacraments X X Seven Gifts Holy Spirit X X

*Confirmation classes have a study guide to study before testing

Holy Water Etiquette Worshippers dip their right fingertips into the holy water font as they enter church and make the sign of the cross. Repeat before exiting the church.

The Sign of the Cross In the name of the Father, The Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen

(Make the Sign of the Cross before and after saying prayers. Please make sure your child is using his/her right hand, and going from forehead to the heart or stomach, to the left shoulder and then the right shoulder.)

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Proper Genuflecting (Kneeling)

We genuflect (to bend the knee) to show honor and servitude to Jesus Christ present in the Blessed Sacrament (whether in the tabernacle or exposed in the Monstrance during Eucharistic Adoration).

Everyone should genuflect (kneel) toward the tabernacle on the right knee so that it touches the ground whenever entering or leaving a pew, except during communion. During Eucharistic Adoration, adorers genuflect on both knees when Jesus is present in the monstrance.

Grace Before Meals Bless us, O Lord, and these, Thy gifts, which we are about to receive from Thy bounty, Through Christ, our Lord. Amen

Our Father (The Lord’s Prayer)

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy Name. Thy Kingdom come, Thy Will be done, on Earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.

Guardian Angel Angel of God, my Guardian dear, to whom God’s love commits me here, ever this day be at my side- to light and guard, to rule and guide. Amen.

Act of Contrition – update! Parents may opt to teach either version however beginning with the 2nd grade this year the children will learn and recite together as a group Version B going forward.

Act of Contrition: Version A O, my God, I am heartily sorry for having offended Thee. I detest all of my sins because I dread the loss of heaven and the pains of hell, but most of all, because they offend Thee, O my God, Who art all good and deserving of all my love. I firmly resolve, with the help of Thy grace, to confess my sins, to do penance, and to amend my life. Amen

Act of Contrition: Version B My God, I am sorry for my sins with all my heart. In choosing to do wrong and in failing to do good, I have sinned against You, Whom I should love above all things. I firmly intend, with Your help, to do penance, to sin no more, And to avoid whatever leads me to sin. Our Savior Jesus Christ suffered and died for us. In His name, my God, have mercy. Amen

Hail Mary Hail Mary, full of grace; the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

Glory Be Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen

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The Ten Commandments

1. I am the Lord, your God, You shall not have other gods before Me. 2. You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain. 3. Remember to keep holy the Sabbath day. 4. Honor your father and mother. 5. You shall not kill. 6. You shall not commit adultery. 7. You shall not steal. 8. You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor. 9. You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife. 10. You shall not covet your neighbor’s goods.

THE MYSTERIES OF THE ROSARY

THE JOYFUL MYSTERIES 1. The Annunciation 2. The Visitation 3. The Nativity 4. The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple 5. The Finding of Jesus in the Temple

THE LUMINOUS MYSTERIES 1. The Baptism in the Jordan 2. The Wedding Feast at Cana 3. The Proclamation of the Kingdom of God 4. The Transfiguration of our Lord 5. The Institution of the Holy Eucharist

Morning Offering

O Jesus, through the Immaculate Heart of Mary, I offer You my prayers, works, joys, and sufferings of this day, in union with the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass throughout the world. I offer them for all the intentions of Your Sacred Heart: the salvation of souls, in reparation for my sins, for the intentions of our associates, my loved ones, and fellow adorers, and in particular for those of our Holy Father, Pope Francis. Amen

THE SORROWFUL MYSTERIES 1. The Agony in the Garden 2. The Scourging at the Pillar 3. The Crowning with Thorns 4. The Carrying of the Cross 5. The Crucifixion

THE GLORIOUS MYSTERIES 1. The Resurrection 2. The Ascension 3. The Descent of the Holy Spirit 4. The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary 5. The Coronation of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Fatima Prayer Oh, my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell. Lead all souls to heaven, especially those most in need of Thy mercy. Amen

Hail Holy Queen

Hail, Holy Queen, Mother of Mercy, Hail our life, our sweetness, and our hope. To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve; to thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this valley of tears. Turn then, Most Gracious Advocate, thine eyes of mercy towards us, and after this, our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of Thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary!

L. Pray for us, O holy Mother of God R. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.

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St. Michael, the Archangel St. Michael, the Archangel, defend us in battle! Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray. And do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, thrust into Hell, Satan and all the evil spirits who prowl about the world, seeking the ruin of souls. Amen

Apostles Creed I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried; he descended into hell; the third day he rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty; from there he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Amen.

Sins and Virtues

A. Seven Capital Sins: Pride, Covetousness, Lust, Anger, Gluttony, Envy, Sloth. B. Virtues

1. Three Theological Virtues: Faith, Hope and Love (Charity) Four Cardinal Virtues: Prudence (good judgment), justice, temperance (self-control), and fortitude (courage)

2. Other important moral virtues: humility, chastity, meekness, moderation, brotherly love, diligence, generosity

Memorare Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thy intercession was left unaided. Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of Virgins, my Mother; To thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me. Amen

Act of Faith Oh my God, I firmly believe that You are one God in three Divine Persons- Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. I believe that Your Divine Son became Man and died for our sins, and that He will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe these and all truths, which the Holy Catholic Church teaches, because You have revealed them, Who can neither deceive nor be deceived.

Act of Hope

O My God, relying on Your almighty power and infinite mercy and promises, I hope to obtain pardon for my sins, the help of Your grace, and life everlasting, through the merits of Jesus Christ, my Lord and Redeemer. Amen

Act of Love O My God, I love You above all things, with my whole heart and soul because you are all-good and worthy of my love. I love my neighbor as myself for the love of You. I forgive all who have injured me and ask pardon of all whom I have injured.

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WORKS OF MERCY

Spiritual Works of Mercy Corporal Works of Mercy

1. To admonish the sinner 1. To feed the hungry

2. To instruct the ignorant 2. To give drink to the thirsty

3. To counsel the doubtful 3. To clothe the naked

4. To comfort the sorrowful 4. To visit the imprisoned

5. To bear wrongs patiently 5. To shelter the homeless

6. To forgive all injuries 6. To visit the sick

7. To pray for the living and the dead 7. To bury the dead

Holy Days of Obligation 1. January 1 – Solemnity of Mary, Our Queen 2. Ascension Thursday – 40 days after Easter 3. August 15 – Feast of the Assumption 4. November 1 – All Saints’ Day 5. December 8 – Feast of the Immaculate Conception 6. December 25 – Christmas Day

Beatitudes 1. Blessed are the poor in spirit; the reign of God is theirs.

2. Blessed are the sorrowing; they shall be consoled.

3. Blessed are the lowly; they shall inherit the land.

4. Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for holiness; they shall have their fill.

5. Blessed are they who show mercy; mercy shall be theirs.

6. Blessed are the single-hearted; they shall see God.

7. Blessed are the peacemakers; they shall be called sons of God. 8. Blessed are those persecuted for holiness’ sake; the reign of God is theirs.

Precepts of the Church

1. To attend Mass on Sundays and holy days of obligation.

2. To fast and abstain from meat on the days appointed.

3. To confess my sins at least once a year to a priest.

4. To receive Holy Communion during Easter time.

5. To contribute to the support of the Church. (financial, time, & talent)

6. To observe the laws of the Church regarding marriage.

7. To actively spread the Word of Jesus- teach, mentor, etc.

Seven Sacraments Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit

1. Baptism 1. Knowledge 2. Holy Eucharist 2. Understanding 3. Penance 3. Counsel 4. Confirmation 4. Wisdom 5. Anointing of the sick 5. Piety 6. Holy Orders 6. Fortitude 7. Matrimony 7. Fear of the Lord

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Faith Formation Volunteer Opportunities:

Catechist: Prepare lessons and teach children their faith

Co-Catechist: Team teach with another adult (alternate the main teaching responsibility each

week)

Substitute Catechists: Called to fill in for a main catechist in cases of illness or emergencies,

sometimes planned and sometimes a last minute need. Classroom aides: To be present in the classroom each week to aid the Catechist in keeping students on

task and to do minor tasks for the catechist that aide in classroom management.

Substitute Classroom aides: Called to fill in as a classroom aide when there is illness or emergencies

Office Help: helping in the front office with copies, projects, calls, questions, and occasional filling

in as an aide in the classroom.

Set-up classrooms before classes: Takes about 20 minutes and need to be finished by 6:10pm

each Wednesday;

Clean up after classes: If you are able to stay for 15 minutes to help put away tables and chairs

and simple cleanup after classes it would be a tremendous help!

Parking lot monitor: 10 minutes each week: 7:40-7:50pm: keep order in pick up zone, directing traffic

and protect children from running out in front of cars in the parking lot

If you are able to volunteer for any of the above opportunities, please contact Kathy Chlan at kathyc@holycrossschool.net or 952-652-6100 ext 130.

SAFE ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS Our parishes are committed to creating safe environments for all children, youth and vulnerable adults. In response to the Charter for the Protection of Children, we follow the guidelines of the Archdiocese of Minneapolis and St. Paul for all of our volunteers who have regular or unsupervised contact with minors or vulnerable adults. All new volunteers working with children will complete a volunteer application and visit with the program director and go over the VIRTUS: Protecting God’s Children program. The program consists with registering on www.virtusonline.org From this website you can register for a one time live VIRTUS training available at many locations throughout the Twin Cities. It is through this website you will be able to request the required background check, watch short presentations\videos on the code of conduct and other videos as assigned. Your background check, code and virtus will be re-credentialed every 3 years during your volunteer work with minors or vulnerable adults. For more information about volunteer requirements or creating safe environments, contact your parish office.