What is GIFT?      GIFT is an innovative intergenerational approach to parish-wide faith formation and learning.  It offers singles, couples and families the opportunity to work on growing in their faith together through involvement in the events of the Church's life Click on the link below to download a registration form and schedule. Registration forms and payment can be mailed to the office or dropped in the box in the gathering area. (Please do not leave cash in the gathering area.)  Registration will be held the weekend of May 31 and June 1 after all masses. Registrations will be accepted over the summer and another late registration date will be set for September. Check the bulletin for details.

Contacting the Faith Formation Office Family Registration Form New Member or Sacramental Registration Form Individual Registration Form Volunteer Form Sunday School Registration Form - Grades K & Pre-K GIFT Brochure

Contacting the Faith Formation Office:

Sister Mary Christopher coordinates the Faith Formation programs for St. Mary's Crescent.  

Mary Anne Cureau  is the Faith Formation secretary and Youth Ministry coordinator.  The phone number at the Faith Formation office is 
(518) 371-9521 or e-mail St Marys Parish.

Youth Group meets once per month in the Parish Center
Room 9 
For More Info Click Here. 

Faith Formation:

Catechumenate (RCIA)
Our RCIA Team provides a process for preparing adults for entrance into the Catholic Church.

Baptismal Preparation
The pastor meets with the parents of children being Baptized.  Sessions are held as needed.

Faith Formation Classes
Catechists and aides volunteer their time and talent to provide religious instruction for the children of our parish. - Growing In Faith Together is an intergenerational faith formation program for all ages. Children are instructed in age appropriate groups that meet twice monthly for a gathering session.

Adult Faith Formation Classes
Adults are included in the Growing In Faith Together intergenerational faith formation program. In addition, adult courses are offered seasonally. Courses consist of bible study and other topics.

Youth Ministry
Our High School Youth are offered a variety of programs and activities to strengthen their faith and commitment to the life of the Church and its mission.

Sacramental Preparation
Special family centered programs are provided to prepare children for First Eucharist and First Reconciliation.  High School Youth prepare for Confirmation as part of Youth Ministry.

Marriage Preparation
The Pastor and a team of married couples work with engaged couples as they prepare for the Sacrament of Matrimony.

 

                                     

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This page was last updated on 06/02/08