Mission Statement
The Religious Education and Faith Formation of St. Mary Mystical Rose is called to continue to sow the "Good News of Jesus Christ". In following the mission of Jesus to "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations", we feel that our responsibility in today's world is to bring the message of Jesus to all people of our parish family. It is our hope that through an intergenerational, "whole church" approach to catechesis and through a variety of methods that we will be able to assist people on their "Journey of Faith" through worship, prayer, education, service and sharing.
Faith Formation
Adult Faith Formation:
The general directory for Catechesis tells us in article 59, that Catechesis for adults must be considered the chief form of Catechesis. With this in mind we offer opportunities throughout the year for ongoing formation for adults to enrich their faith life, through education, reflection and sharing. Check calendar for dates.
Family Faith:
Our ministry in the parish is to support the parents as primary teachers of the faith. With that in mind we have implemented a Family Faith program where parents and children come together once a month. Through lecture, discussion, role playing, scripture, and faith sharing, we hope to continue our journey of formation in the faith.
The aim of the Family Faith Formation Program is to have our parishioners understand that learning about their faith is a life-long journey.
RCIA:
The RCIA (Rite of Christinan Initiation of Adults) process is for adults (unbaptized, baptized in another church, baptized Catholic but have not received Confirmation/Eucharist) culminating in reception of the Sacraments at Easter Vigil. The RCIA group meets on Mondays at 7 PM.
Sacramental Preparation:
Baptism ... contact Faith Formation Office
Eucharist ... contact Faith Formation Office
Reconciliation ... contact Faith Formation Office
Confirmation ... contact Faith Formation Office
Marriage ... contact Parish Office
Bible Study:
The Bible Study group meets on Monday nights, September through May at 7 PM in the church building. All are welcome!
BVA Library:
It is located in the Northex and is available to parishioners who wish to take advantage of ongoing formation on their own. Take a few minutes to check out some of the resources we have available.
Youth Group:
Our Youth Group meets in the Narthex. It is open to all the youth of the parish in grades 8 through 12.
Ongoing Programs
Children's Liturgy
10 AM Masses
October through May
1st and 3rd Sunday of month after 10 AM mass
A Children's Liturgist leads the children (grades K-3) to the Church basement where they listen to the readings and then lead the group in a discussion and Prayers of the Faithful.
Bible Enrichment
Mondays @ 7 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Church Lower Level
Youth Group
View calender for dates.
Family Faith
Sessions (grades K-8)
Tuesdays 6 PM - 7:30 PM
September through May
Mom's Group
3rd Friday of each month 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Church Basement
The purpose of the Mom's group is to provide an opportunity for Mom's to get together to share ideas, form friendships, and offer support to each other in an atmosphere that is supported and enriched by their Catholic Faith.
RCIA
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
When: Mondays @ 7 PM
Location: Parish Office, September through June
The RCIA process is for adults (unbaptized, baptized in another church, baptized Catholic but have not celebrated Confirmation/Eucharist) culminating in reception of the Sacraments at Easter Vigil.
