Education
Religious Education
Our children,
Kindergarten through-8th grade, are ministered to and served by catechists each
Sunday from mid- September through April in a Diocesan approved program.
Sessions are held at Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School
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Catholic Education Scholarship Fund
St. John Neumann Parish is very pleased to offer an opportunity for our youth to receive a Catholic Education through the Saint John Neumann Catholic Education Scholarship Fund. Scholarship applications are accepted from Parish families and those youth who are sponsored by an active member of our church. Its mission is to provide tuition assistance for religious education programs and Catholic schools. Scholarships are funded through the sale of shopping cards as well as special funding activities during the year. Direct donations to the Scholarship Fund are always welcomed.
Vacation Bible School
July 9-13, 2012
St. John Neumann conducts Vacation Bible School in July with religious education, skits, puppet shows, arts and crafts, and religious songs which cater toward elementary-aged children. The Youth Group help as junior counselors. It's a learning and rewarding week of summer-time fun!
Click here for pictures from VBS 2011!
VBS is held at Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School in the mornings for children from kindergarten through 4th grade. A nominal fee is charged to cover materials.
Contact Nancy Groves, Religious Education Coordinator, at 410-208-2854 to sign up as a participant or helper (grade 5 and above). Registration form is available in the late spring.
Sacramental Preparation
First Reconciliation, First Eucharist, and Confirmation
Sacramental Preparation classes are in addition to the regular participation in the weekly religious education classes or Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School and are attended by both parent and child. Attendance at all classes as well as faith guidance at home is necessary for the proper formation of the students. Building a strong foundation of our Roman Catholic faith is the main goal of our collective efforts.
Children must be enrolled in a Religious Education Program
prior to the reception of a sacrament.
This education must be continuous from Kindergarten.
If this is not the case then some additional religious instruction might
be necessary prior to the reception of the Sacrament. Children in the 2nd grade
celebrate First Reconciliation in the Fall and First Holy Communion in the
Spring. Confirmation Sessions begin
in the Fall of the 9th grade and this Sacrament is celebrated by the Bishop in
the Fall of the 10th grade.
Christian Formation Committee
This committee,
under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, provides a framework for promoting
our Catholic faith and Christian values to our parishioners as well as
welcoming all interested persons. Under the leadership of the Coordinator of
Religious Education, catechists provide clear, meaningful, continuing, and
consistent programs relative to the needs of the Parish. We strive to
enable, enrich, and encourage all segments of our Parish family to find,
strengthen, and nurture not only our individual but also our communal
relationship with God and one another. If you are interested in joining this
committee please contact Nancy Groves at 410-208-2854.
Adult Faith Formation
Adult faith formation is the center of all of our catechetical efforts. Keeping God in focus throughout our life’s journey is the aim of the Catholic Church. Every day we gain more knowledge of the world around us. How it affects our faith life is an important insight. In our parish, a yearly program is planned to relate the teachings of Christ to every aspect of life. It includes a parish day of spiritual reflection, evenings of lecture and discussion on current national and international issues, social justice teachings of the church, various subjects relating to the Catholic faith, and a trip to a place of religious significance in our region.
Adult Faith Formation also includes ongoing parish activities such as
RCIA, Scripture Study, Charismatic Prayer, and Caregivers’ Support. New
participants in any of these programs are most welcome.
Online Presentations by Father Pileggi:
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Scripture Study
This group meets on
Tuesdays at
St. John Neumann Library
St. John Neumann Library is open on Tuesdays from1-3pm (staffed) and before and
after Mass on Saturdays and Sundays (self service). The entire collection
was generously donated and includes a broad range of subjects, i.e. both
liturgical and social. Please come in and browse.