Text Box: RELIGIOUS FORMATION MINISTRIES (cont’d) Director of Religious Education, Sister Bernadette, IHM 583-0291 Children’s Initiation of Christian Assembly (CICA) Teach children preparing for the sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation. Formation sessions also provided for parents. One class per month September through Easter. Catechist (Grades Pre-K - 12) Teach the Catholic faith to parish youth grades Pre-K - 12 each Sunday morning for one hour. Assistant to Catechist Assist teachers in the classroom to help with lesson plans and special activities. Sacramental Formation Ministry Assist in the preparation of parents whose older children will be receiving the Sacraments of Baptism and Eucharist. Children’s Liturgy of the Word Help to lead children in the Liturgy of the Word each Sunday from Sept through May. Musical talent is welcome. Religious Education Program for Parishioners with Special Needs Assist parents and caregivers in their task of teaching special children and adults about the Catholic faith. These parishioners with special needs may include people with mental retardation, emotional problems, or physical impairments. Parishioners with disabilities ages five through adulthood are encouraged to participate. Instruction is based upon individual needs and ability levels. Catholics Returning Home This is a six-week support program that is aimed at helping Catholics return to the Church. “Serve the Lord in holiness...all the days of our lives” Luke 1:75 Text Box: 4