New Order of Christian Initiation of Adults
The new Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA) books were released for sale by publishers on November 1, 2024 – The Feast of All Saints. Workshops for clergy and parish OCIA teams will be scheduled in January 2025.
Lifelong Learning Courses
All adult faith formation courses are open to anyone wanting to grow in their faith. These courses are offered online and in person.
Advent Retreat
Reservations Requested by November 25th, 2024. Contact the Office of Faith Formation and Lay Ecclesial Ministry at 330-744-8451.
Personnel and Catechetical Report Requested
Current leaders are asked to complete and return the personnel lists for all catechetical and pastoral ministers and the program report as soon as possible.
The Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion
The Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion for catechumens and candidates will be celebrated on the First Sunday of Lent, March 9, 2025.
In Person Course | The O Antiphons
Adult Faith Formation Opportunities are open to anyone wanting to grow deeper in their faith and learn something new. These sessions help all people, regardless of their role in the Parish, to experience a new understanding of belief and practice.
Official Appointment | October 28, 2024
Bishop David Bonnar accepts the retirement of Barbara Walko effective January 10, 2025 and appoints Margie Hynes as Director of Faith Formation and Lay Ecclesial Ministry, effective January 11, 2025.
Online Course | SOWING GOD’S WORD: SHARING FAITH, NURTURING DISCIPLESHIP
Explore the foundations of catechesis and evangelization through Scripture and Church documents; reflect on the vocation of the catechist; examine the practice of the catechetical ministry for lifelong faith.
Catechetical Sunday
This day of recognition involves a commissioning service for catechists and teachers held at all parishes.
Online Course | Adolescent Catechesis: Renewing the Vision
New adult faith formation course begins soon! Adolescent Catechesis Participants are invited to consider adolescents within the context of the total life of the parish. Those who minister with adolescents and their families will explore pastoral practices and strategies that nurture their spirituality, call them to ongoing formation, and empower them to fulfill their roles […]
