Education/Formation Group Ministries
These ministries nourish and enhance our spiritual life, and
provide active learning for all ages. Click on a link below for the age
group you are interested in. Click on links for specific information and
forms.
Little Shepherds
Preschool & Elementary Middle
School High School
Sacramental Preparation
Adult
Follow this link for all
Religious Education Brochures and Forms
Policy Statement
It is our policy at St. Philip that anyone wanting to sign
up a student for our classes should be a registered parishioner. For those
living in the parish less than two months at the time of religious education
class registration, the regular fee applies. For those living within the
boundaries of the parish for more than two months and not registered, a higher
fee applies.
Financial Responsibility
Any parishioner in any parish should be contributing
financially to support that parish. If you wish to have your student
enrolled in one of our Religious Ed sessions, but you prefer to be registered
and financially supporting another parish, there will be a separate fee for your
student.
We also realize that not every family can give money to
support a parish. If this is the case with your family, please let us
know. All matters are kept confidential and no student will be turned
away.
All Are Welcome
We in the Religious Education department realize that all
children learn differently, and that all children have their own individual
needs. If your child has a special learning difference, or needs classroom
accommodation or curriculum modification, we need to be made aware of those
needs. By sharing this information, we can then modify class material,
recruit additional classroom aides, or advise the catechist of your child's
learning differences. Please contact Susan Sandles for more information.
972-219-5838.
Religious
Education Registration Policy 2008-2009
It is our policy at that
anyone wanting to sign up a student for our classes should be a
registered in the parish.
Tuition and Fees 2008-2009
Tuition: $40
per student
Little Shepherds:
$80 per student (not Little Apostles Nursery School)
Maximum Tuition:
$120 per family
Late Fee: $20
per family
Non-parishioner
Surcharge: $60 per family (if space available)
Middle School
Activity Fee: $10 per student
High School Activity
Fee: $30 per student
Sacrament
Preparation: $25 per sacrament
Retreat Fees:
To be determined
Tuition and fees are
non-refundable.
-
Coordinators, Teachers
and Support Staff (office, child care, Food Team leaders) will pay no
tuition, but will be required to pay sacramental, retreat and activity fees
Session
Dates & Times for 2008-2009
Little Shepherds Program*, Ages 3, 4 & 5 years (not yet in Kindergarten)
(Sept-May)
Sundays 9:30-10:45 AM or 11:30 AM-12:45 PM (24 classes)
*All Pre-school students must be potty trained.
Pre-School*/Elementary Grades K - 5 (two semesters, beginning in September and January)
Fall Semester
2008 -- Begins the week of September 28 for 7 weeks
Spring Semester 2009 --
Begins the week of January 25 for 6 weeks
Sunday Session 1:00-2:15 PM
Tuesday
Session 4:30-5:45 PM
Wednesday
Session 4:30-5:45 PM
Thursday
Session 4:30-5:45 PM
&
6:30-7:45 PM
Home
Program - These families study at home with provided materials
*All Pre-school students must be potty trained.
Middle
School Choices — Grades 6, 7 & 8
All students must turn in a Medical Release Form A with a copy of their
health insurance card, and Promotional Release Form E (if we do not have
one already on file).
Fall Semester
2008 -- Begins the week of September 28 for 6 weeks
Spring Semester 2009 --
Begins the week of January 25 for 6 weeks
Sunday Session 3:30-5:00 PM
Wednesday
Session 7:00-8:30 PM
Middle
School BIG Nights -- November 19, December 14, March 11, May 6; 7:00-8:30 PM
(For all enrolled MS Students in addition to regular MS sessions)
High
School — Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12
S.P.Y. Nights (St.
Philip Youth) -- Most
Sunday evenings after the 5:30 PM Mass. Two retreats offered during the year for an additional fee.
Sacramental Preparation
All sacramental candidates must
submit a copy of his/her Baptism Certificate and a completed Sacramental
Information Form that will be available at Enrollment, unless we already have one on
file for your student.
First Eucharist, First
Penance and Restored Order
Student must be baptized, 7 years
old or older, must attend RE. Mandatory parent only meeting
Sunday, September 21, 1:30-3:00 PM
High School Confirmation
Student must be baptized, 15
years old by 1/1/09, must be enrolled in S.P.Y., must attend all six classes
beginning Tuesday, October 6, 7:00-8:30 pm. Parents must attend the
first class on October 6, 7:00-8:30 pm, Worship Center.
Adult Formation Opportunities
Working Woman/Every Woman Scripture Study
Tuesdays, 6:30 am in the Community Life Center, and 9:15 am in Classroom 1
Small group prayer and review the upcoming Sunday Mass
readings. Childcare available at 9:15 am.
Contact Susan Sandles,
972-219-5838.
Starting Point
Tuesdays,
7:00 pm in the Community Life Center, September-May
New adults Catholics get to have all the fun, learning about
the Catholic church when they’re “older and wiser.” Join other parish members
with Gail-Ann, Father John, Deacon Ray, Deacon John, and the current RCIA class
for compelling, insightful, and dynamic lessons about “What We Believe” as
Catholics. Childcare available.
Contact Gail-Ann Colaruotolo, 972-219-8471.
God & Coffee with Deacon Ray
Second and
fourth Wednesdays of the month, 7:00 pm
Meet at a parishioner’s home in Lewisville for prayer,
fellowship, and Catholic Q & A.
Contact Deacon Ray
Lamarre, 972-219-1686.
Discovering Christ for Adults
Beginning
October 4, Saturdays for 9 weeks, 9:00 am-12:00 Noon in the Ministry Center
Conference Room
Join Susan Sandles for an interactive, inspiring series all
about the Catholic faith—what we believe, what we do, and why we do it!
Childcare available. You can earn Diocesan Catechist Certification with this
course.
Contact Susan Sandles,
972-219-5838.
Catholics Returning Home
Beginning
September 30, Tuesdays for 6 weeks, 7:00 pm in the Ministry Center Conference
Room
Been missing Mass the last decade or two? Feeling the nudge
to return to church, return to God? Well, guess what? God’s been waiting for
you to come back home. Join others just like you in the movement sweeping the
nation. We’ve missed you!
Contact Susan Sandles,
972-219-5838.
Acts of the Apostles Study
Beginning September 2.
Three options: Tuesdays (women only,
led by Sandy Dubek), 7:00 pm
Wednesdays (women only, led by Kelly Skenesky),
9:30 am
Wednesdays (men and women, led by Claudia Hong) 7:00 pm
Three groups are forming for this highly recommended, 28-week
series! “Acts of the Apostles” video, workbook, and discussion format brings
early Church Fathers, Church documents, and historical material together for an
awesome learning experience. Workbooks $40. Childcare available.
Contact Claudia Hong or
Sandy Dubek.
University of Dallas Catholic Biblical School
Morning and evening classes, year-long commitment. Courses
available online and at local parishes.
This in-depth Bible study is offered by the University’s
School of Ministry to help Catholic adults deepen their understanding of
Scripture. Go to www.udallas.edu/ministry/cbs
for additional information.
Bible Study Groups
Adults of all ages coming together to better understand Scripture.
There are many different formats that are led by a facilitator. Groups are
usually divided by common interest (young mothers, senior citizens, young
married couples, etc). Contact Deacon Ray Lamarre,
972-219-1686.
RCIA Ministries
Journey with catechumens and candidates on their spiritual
journey of faith towards the initiation sacraments of baptism, confirmation and
eucharist. From September through Pentecost, weekly meetings on Tuesday
nights. During the summer months, bi-monthly sessions at the 9:30 am
Sunday Mass. Minister as a sponsor, small group facilitator, catechist,
hospitality, kitchen helper, telephone calling tree, record keeping, and other
small clerical duties. Contact
Gail-Ann Colaruotolo, 972-219-8471.
Small Communities of Faith
These groups are open to all men and women of the
parish. They meet in private homes or at the parish to study the weekly
readings and share their faith with each other. There is no formal
teaching during these sessions, and it is a good way for newcomers to meet other
parishioners. Contact Susan Sandles,
972-219-5838.
IMPORTANT
NOTICES
One of
the successes of our Religious Education Program is the use of what we call
"Session Coordinators." These are people who work directly with the
Director of Religious Education (DRE), RE Coordinator, RE Administrative
Assistant, and Youth Minister in implementing all of the programs in our
Department. These paid positions
requires a highly organized person who is good at working with volunteers.
We have a job description for each position, and invite anyone interested to
please call the office for more information.
FOR ANY POTENTIAL SUPPORT/VOLUNTEER STAFF
Anyone having contact with our kids in RE will be required to attend a session
called “Keeping Kids Safe.” Attending
one of these sessions is mandatory for anyone volunteering in RE. Other
parishes in our diocese will be conducting these sessions, and you can attend
this at another parish. Call the office for additional details.
For information
about any of our RE programs,
contact
Susan Sandles, 972-219-5838, or
Kim Carr, 972-219-1511.
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