Christian Formation
Christian Formation and Youth Ministry Programs
K-8
Our goal is to promote the growth of faith to children in grades K thru 8 who attend public schools. We help these young people by teaching and encouraging them to experience a relationship with God and each other; providing an experience of community that will support and strengthen that faith. The formation program is part of the Catholic Community in Central Racine.
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CONFIRMATION / confirmación
Teenager who have reached 16 years of age and are juniors in high school or those who have not received this sacrament are eligible for the Sacrament of Confirmation. The process includes the confirmation candidate, their parents, and their confirmation sponsor. Eligible teens will be notified by mail and invited to bring their parents to an orientation meeting. Class sessions begin September. The program includes attending a day-long retreat, community service projects and other activities to enrich the candidates understanding and appreciation of the Catholic faith. Confirmations is celebrated with the bishop at a multi-parish liturgy.
ACTS YOUTH MINISTRY / ACTS Grupo de jovenes
With our cluster parishes St. Edward and St. Richard, our Coordinator of Youth Ministry provides vision and coordination for the parish efforts in ministry to young persons from 4th through 12th grades.
This includes high school and middle school gatherings monthly social activities, Catechesis and sacramental preparation confirmation. Contact Eloy Contreras through the parish offices. Please visit our website at by Click HERE
ADULT FORMATION/RCIA - Formacion de adultos/ RICA
The Rite of Christan Intiation of Adults (RCIA) is a learning process designed to help interested persons explore the Catholic tradition. It is open to both unbaptized persons and those who were baptized into another faith tradition who wish to explore Catholic beliefs and practices. This formation process begins in September. Acceptance into the Roman Catholic faith and into the St. Patrick community.
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For Questions, contact Gabriela Cabrera at 262-898-5653.
Quinceanera Formation Registration
The Quinceañeras' celebration are a beautiful tradition in Hispanic Culture. The dynamics have changed over time. It has a very important religious aspect. Therefore, it is very important that all young women who turn 15 years old have a special invitation to attend these classes. They also will learn the important role they have in our society.
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For Questions, contact Gabriela Cabrera at 262-898-5653.
LITURGY OF THE WORD FOR CHILDREN
On Sundays, the Liturgy of the Word for Children will be offered at the 9:00am Mass for children ages Pre K - 3rd grade. After the opening prayer, the children will be invited to accompany one of our catechists to a classroom where they will hear one or more of the Sunday readings and participate in activities and prayers. After the Prayers of the Faithful, the children will return to their families for the rest of the Mass.