This program is designed for lifelong education of the parish. The obligation of educating children is enhanced by attendance at the sessions as scheduled for specific age groups. Children are registered with the Director of Religious Education prior to attending classes.
2023-2024
Faith formation are our programs for the on-going spiritual and faith development of our parishioners, including Catholic Doctrine, sacrament preparation, and Bible Study. Our offerings include programs for those who are pre-Kindergarten age to grade 8, teens (grades 9 - 12), young adults, adults, men and women.
Our ministries and organizations periodically sponsor other speakers and programs, so keep an eye on the weekly bulletin for specific offerings.
The St. William Parish Religious Education (PRE) is available weekly from September to May.
Grades Pre-K - Grade 8
Attendance at PRE Classes is a very important part of our Catholic faith and an obligation of all parents. If your child does not attend Catholic school, please ensure he/she attends these classes. For more information, please contact Debbie Breckenridge at 359-7063.
Meet Sundays 9:45 - 10:45am
Grades 9 -12
Attendance at PRE Classes is a very important part of our Catholic faith and an obligation of all parents. If your child does not attend Catholic school, please ensure he/she attends these classes. Meet Sundays 9:45 - 10:45am, except the Fourth Sunday meet 6:00 - 8:00pm
Youth Participation Opportunities
Altar Server- The Altar Server is a person, 4th Grade or older, who wishes to assist the priest in the celebration of Mass and other liturgical celebrations. Must have received First Eucharist. For more information, please contact the Parish Office.
Grounds Cleanup - Assist in Clean-Up Day projects when held and in the general maintenance of the Parish plant when needed. For more information, please contact the Parish Office.
Lector - The Lector proclaims the readings of the Word of God during the Mass. For more information, please contact the Parish Office..
PRE Aide - High School students help in classes for Grades Pre-K - 5. For more information, please contact the Parish Office.
Usher - Greets the people and takes up the collection at the Youth Mass. For more information, please contact the Parish Office.
Youth Ministry (High School Youth) - This organization is made up of Grades 9-12, and is dedicated to meeting the social, cultural and spiritual needs of the Parish youth.
Adults
The subjects studied vary and always have the approval of the pastor. Nothing heavy! Our usual subjects consist of videos or audios with discussion following. Occasionally there will be an evening study group that will be over Zoom. It is easy to get on, just follow the link sent in the email on the evening before class. There is usually no cost involved to participate unless a study guide is needed. Keep an eye open for announcements in the William Tell, the bulletin and flyers for current and upcoming studies.