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ST. MARY'S CATHOLIC PARISH
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION FOR CHILDREN

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Coordinators & Leaders:
Heather Correale - Rose Palfy - Chantelle Desharnais
Marion Roesch - Giselle Jakobs - 564-4097

The term 'Children's Liturgy of the Word' refers to the practice of children leaving the Sunday assembly during the Liturgy of the Word and gathering elsewhere to celebrate a separate Liturgy of the Word that is more appropriate to their level of understanding.

The celebration of the Children's Liturgy of the Word originates out of the reform of the Second Vatican Council. The Directory for Masses with Children states that:

Sometimes..., if the place itself and the nature of the community permit, it will be appropriate to celebrate the liturgy of the word, including a homily, with the children in a separate, but not too distant, room. Then, before the eucharistic liturgy begins, the children are led to the place where the adults have meanwhile celebrated their own liturgy of the word (DMC #17).

Children's Liturgy of the Word is liturgy, it is not bible class, religious education or Sunday School. It is ritual prayer that includes readings from the Word of God, prayer, gestures and singing.

All children, between the ages of 4 and 8 are invited participate in the Children's Liturgy of the Word at the 11:00 a.m. Sunday Mass.

Any parents or others, who are willing to assist are invited to contact Giselle at the parish office - 564-4097.

Children's Religious Education Classes

Coordinators:
Giselle Jakobs - 564-4097

Religious education classes are offered for children between Grades 1 & 7. The parish offers the classes to help parents in the religious formation of their children.

Classes are held on Tuesday evenings, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in St. Mary's School. All children of elementary school age are encouraged to attend.

For more information, contact Giselle at the parish office - 564-4097.