Faith Formation

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Ages 3 - 12

Sacramental Preparation -- First Reconciliation & Eucharist

Our preparation program for First Reconciliation and First Eucharist involves both the 2nd Graders and their Parents. Families attend Generations of Living Faith sessions with additional sessions prior to receiving each Sacrament. The sessions run from October to May. For more information, please call Andrea King at 425-277-6206.

Children’s Initiation

We also provide a Children’s RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) process for children and youth ages 7-16 who wish to celebrate the Sacraments of Initiation. Our Inquiry sessions are offered twice yearly for children wishing to begin preparation. Our emphasis is on active participation in parish life, including Mass each Sunday, followed by a learning session for children and parents (or sponsors). We also participate in monthly Generations of Living Faith (GoLF) sessions. Children who desire baptism will prepare to celebrate full initiation (Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist) at the Easter Vigil through a 1 to 2 year process. Those who are already baptized prepare for Reconciliation and Eucharist, and Confirmation when appropriate. These sacraments are celebrated twice yearly as children achieve readiness. For more information, please call Jane Wraith at 425-277-6201.

Children’s Liturgy of the Word

Provides an opportunity for younger children to explore the Sunday Gospel on their own level. Children are dismissed from the Church and gather in an adjoining area to hear the Word and explore its meaning. Offer on the 1st and 3rd Sunday at the 8:45 and 10:30 Masses, October through May. No registration is required. For more information call 425-255-3132.

SONshine Days

Vacation Bible School is held in late June. Children study the Bible stories through story, song, crafts, games and prayer. Open to children ages 4 - 11. For more information call Lynne Shioyama at 425-277-6200.

	Faith Formation Religious Education for Children Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Ages 3 - 12 Click here for details. Sacramental Preparation -- First Reconciliation & Eucharist Our preparation program for First Reconciliation and First Eucharist involves both the 2nd Graders and their Parents. Families attend Generations of Living Faith sessions with additional sessions prior to receiving each Sacrament. The sessions run from October to May. For more information, please call Andrea King at 425-277-6206. Children’s Initiation We also provide a Children’s RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) process for children and youth ages 7-16 who wish to celebrate the Sacraments of Initiation. Our Inquiry sessions are offered twice yearly for children wishing to begin preparation. Our emphasis is on active participation in parish life, including Mass each Sunday, followed by a learning session for children and parents (or sponsors). We also participate in monthly Generations of Living Faith (GoLF) sessions. Children who desire baptism will prepare to celebrate full initiation (Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist) at the Easter Vigil through a 1 to 2 year process. Those who are already baptized prepare for Reconciliation and Eucharist, and Confirmation when appropriate. These sacraments are celebrated twice yearly as children achieve readiness. For more information, please call Jane Wraith at 425-277-6201. Children’s Liturgy of the Word Provides an opportunity for younger children to explore the Sunday Gospel on their own level. Children are dismissed from the Church and gather in an adjoining area to hear the Word and explore its meaning. Offer on the 1st and 3rd Sunday at the 8:45 and 10:30 Masses, October through May. No registration is required. For more information call 425-255-3132. SONshine Days Vacation Bible School is held in late June. Children study the Bible stories through story, song, crafts, games and prayer. Open to children ages 4 - 11. For more information call Lynne Shioyama at 425-277-6200. For more information please call the Office of Faith Formation at 425-255-3132 St.Anthony Parish, 314 S 4th St. Renton, WA 98055; 425-255-3132