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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN

Children’s Liturgy of the Word

This program allows children seven years and younger to participate in the Liturgy of the Word portion of the Sunday Mass in a space separate from the main assembly. At the conclusion of the opening prayer, but before the first reading is proclaimed, the presiding priest may formally ask children who wish to participate to join their minister and celebrate their own Liturgy of the Word. Children are returned to their families in time to celebrate the Eucharist together. The program will be offered at all 10 a.m. Masses for which there are enough volunteers.

Continuing Christian Education (CCE)

The Continuing Christian Education program of St. Rose of Lima Parish has a fivefold mission:

To enable EVERY member of the St. Rose Parish Family to grow in the understanding of their Catholic faith, thus growing in their relationship with God.
To assist the St. Rose Parish Family in living out the tenets of their faith.
To form our children and their parents, as well as the entire St. Rose Family to be properly prepared to receive the graces that flow from the frequent reception of the Sacraments.
To participate in the St. Rose Parish Mission of “making room for all at the table of the Lord through loving service.”
To assist parents in fulfilling their baptismal commitment to nurture their children in the way of our faith.

Students use the new copyright 2011 Sadlier "We Believe" series. We Believe provides an authentic presentation to our Catholic faith with new updated material as well as more resources to include the family into the faith formation process.

Children in CCE classes experience a deeper awareness of the presence of Jesus in their everyday lives through prayer, bible study, and interactive learning. If you would like to know more about our CCE Program or register for classes, please download any of the resources listed below.

2011-2012 Registration Forms:
Letter From The Coordinator

CCE Registration Form - English
CCE Registration Form - Spanish
CCE Handbook
CCE Fees

General *schedule listed below:* CCE Fall Semester 2011 Schedule First Reconciliation/First Communion 2010-11 Schedule Jr. High Calendar Conf. 1 Calendar Conf. 2 Calendar
Pre-K-1st	Sunday, 9:45 - 11:00 am or 11:45 - 1:00 pm (Pre K and Kinder only) (1st, 2nd, 3rd, Sunday of each month only)
2nd - 5th	Monday, 6:30 - 8:00 pm (1st, 2nd, 3rd, Sunday of each month only)
Middle School ( 6th - 8th )	Sunday, 3:00 - 4:45 pm ( Mass follows class )
High School ( Conf 1 & 2 )	Sunday, 3:00 - 4:45 pm ( Mass follows class )

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First Eucharist and First Reconciliation

Preparation Classes for First Eucharist have begun and will continue to meet on Sundays at 8:45a.m. in the East Hall. These classes are for all students who will be making their First Eucharist this spring and their parents as well.

These are sacramental preparation programs for those elementary school students who are enrolled in a religious education program or are attending a Catholic elementary school.In order to enroll in First Communion/First Reconciliation Programs, student must have either attended Catholic School or attended religious education classes the year prior to beginning preparation for these sacraments. This program is usually offered to those in second grade. Parents are required to participate in this program.

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Public School Outreach

St. Rose of Lima offers regular Religious Education programs at Oak Forest Elementary and Helms. The classes are held on the school campus after regular school hours. Registration for these programs is held during regular Religious Education registration.

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Vacation Bible School

Every summer, St. Rose conducts a vacation bible school program for children ages 4-12. It entails praise, bible stories, crafts and snack.

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