Catholic Community
Generations of Faith
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Generations of FaithFaith Formation for all ages
At SS. Peter & Paul, Generations of Faith embraces a vision of lifelong faith formation for our entire parish community. Whether you are a parent with young kids or teens, have children ready to receive a sacrament or not, are retired, a young adult, single or an empty nester, we welcome everyone to learn, grow, and live in faith together.
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Adult Faith
Our Adult Faith Formation program provides opportunities to enrich and educate adults of any age who would like to deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ, grow in their understand of the Catholic faith, broaden their prayer life and engage in the life of the parish community.
Offerings vary throughout the year. Please CLICK HERE for more information.
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- Enrichment- book club, prayer groups, retreats, spiritual direction, small faith communities, and more.
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Education- bible studies, guest speakers, parenting classes, parish mission, and more.
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Youth & Family Faith (Preschool- 8th grades)
Nurturing a family of faith is not a spectator sport. We recognize the calling of parents as primary educators and role models to their children. We partner with and support parents to help them engage their families to learn and share their faith.
What does Youth & Family Faith involve?-
Preschool – 8th grades: Faith Formation classes meet in-person (1-2 times per month).
*Preschool children must be 3 years old and potty trained by September 1st. - Parent Sessions: Parents (at least one parent) are required to attend sessions while their youth attend class (1- 2 times per month).
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Faith@Home: Families are provided with at home lessons and activities to continue growing in faith together.
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Youth Ministry: Youth in 3rd - 8th grades have the opportunity to gather with their peers for fun, social, and spiritual activities. (3rd Friday each month).
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Sacrament Preparation: All families seeking sacrament preparation for their children must be enrolled in Youth & Family Faith in addition to participation in immediate sacrament preparation parent/youth sessions.
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Class Schedule
Classes meet in-person 1-2 times each month and are offered:
Sundays: 9:30 AM – 10:45 AM
Sundays: 3:30 PM – 4:45 PM
Mondays: 3:30 PM – 4:45 PM
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The registration fee for Youth & Family Faith is $50 per youth.
Please CLICK HERE for more information about Youth & Family Faith.
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Youth Ministry
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Youth Ministry3rd - 12th Grades
Youth Ministry provides an opportunity for our young people to build a community of their peers at SS. Peter & Paul and participate in fun, social, spiritual and service activities.
- Launch YM (3rd - 5th grades)
- Lift YM (6th - 8th grades)
- Life Teen (9th - 12th grades)
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Launch YM (3rd - 5th grades)Lift YM (6th - 8th grades)
Launch and Lift Youth Ministry meet the 3rd Friday afternoon/evening each month for activities to enhance and enrich our Youth and Family Faith program. Involvement in Launch and Lift is optional and does not take the place of Youth & Family Faith (K-8th). Youth must be enrolled in Youth & Family Faith to participate and there is no additional fee.
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Life Teen YM (9th - 12th grades)
Our High School Youth Ministry program aims to keep teens connected to our faith community. Life Teen meets Sunday evenings after the 5 PM Mass and offers a variety of activities based on teen interest. These activities include small faith groups, large group nights, service opportunities, social outings, mission trips, summer programs and more.
The registration fee for Life Teen High School Youth Ministry is $50 per teen.
Please CLICK HERE for a current calendar of activities for High School Youth Ministry.
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sacrament preparation
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baptism
Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Holy Spirit and the door through which we enter in order to receive the other Sacraments. Infant baptism (up to and including 6 years of age) is generally celebrated on the 2nd and 4th Sundays each month. Both parents and at least one godparent must attend a Baptism preparation class prior to a child's baptism.
Please CLICK HERE for more information.
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First Communion & Confirmation
Sacramental Preparation for First Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation is a two-year process. Participation in Youth & Family Faith Formation is required. The second year of preparation will include in person parent/child sessions, at home lessons, retreats, and service activities in addition to continued involvement in Youth & Family Faith.
The additional sacrament materials fee for the second year of preparation is $50 per youth.
Please CLICK HERE for more information about First Communion preparation.
Please CLICK HERE for more information about Confirmation preparation.
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Adult Confirmation
SS. Peter & Paul offers a preparation course for adults who have received the sacraments of Baptism and Communion but have not completed their full initiation into the Catholic Church through Confirmation.
Please CLICK HERE for more information about Adult Confirmation.
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RCIA
The Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA) is a process for adults and youth who desire to grow in their relationship with God through the Catholic faith. This ministry is primarily for those who are unbaptized and/or those who have been baptized but have NOT received the Sacraments of Communion and Confirmation. RCIA typically is a 2-year process.
The materials fee for the second year of preparation is $50 per youth.
Please CLICK HERE for more information.
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Young Adult Ministry
Our Young Adult Ministry strives to connect young adults ages
18 - 35 with Jesus, their peers, our community and to the universal church. We meet twice monthly after the Saturday 5 PM Mass for fellowship and discussion about current issues & challenges. Through a variety of programming, we provide opportunities for spiritual growth, social activities, service and mentoring.Please CLICK HERE for a current
calendar of activities.
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parish life events...for all generations
Monthly parish-wide events are offered to provide social, spiritual and service opportunities that bring together our parish family. Coming this year, you will see some of our past favorites and new and exciting events too! We hope you will join us.
Please CLICK HERE for a current calendar of parish events.
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volunteers needed
Men and women of all ages – from teens to retirees – are needed to serve in our Youth and Adult Faith Formation and Youth Ministry programs in a variety of ways. Being involved in the faith formation process allows you to deepen your own faith, meet new people, and build our parish community. Training for any position is available when you start, so don’t worry about what you do not know!
For volunteer opportunities please
CLICK HERE or speak to the Faith Formation Staff during registration.
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How to register
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In-person registration
It's not too late to register!
Please contact the Faith Formation Office
for more information.The "family" registration form for Youth & Family Faith, Life Teen High School Youth Ministry and RCIA can be found below. Please complete this form and bring it to the Faith Formation Office.
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Registration is first come, first served.
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A baptismal certificate is required for each child preparing for a sacrament, if not already on file in the Faith Formation Office.
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2021-22 Registration Information
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Registration Fees
Registration fees are due at the time of registration. Cash, checks or credit cards are accepted. If you have a financial concern, please speak with a Faith Formation Staff member during registration. Payment plans and scholarships are available. We want all families and children to participate regardless of their ability to pay.
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Questions
Do you have questions about how our faith formation program works and where your household and/or youth fall in the mix?
Do you have questions about sacrament preparation?
Please come to our in-person registration to meet the Faith Formation Staff and have your questions answered or contact the Generations of Faith Team (see below).
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Youth & Family FaithFrequently asked questions
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Generations of faith team
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Jen Gordonjen.gordonrocklincatholic.orgCoordinator of Youth & Family Faith
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Michelle Pfistermichelle.pfisterrocklincatholic.orgCoordinator of Liturgy and RCIA
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Nancy Von Thadennancy.vonthadenrocklincatholic.orgCoordinator of High School & Young Adult Ministry
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Darcy Whartondarcy.whartonrocklincatholic.orgCoordinator of Adult Faith Formation
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