Christian Formation Ministries: Forming us in Christ's Light
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Helping you stay close to the Lord
Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations. (Matt 28:19)
We aim to nurture an ongoing conversion of heart in those who are already Catholic through unique programing, prayer, and formation opportunities. We also offer RCIA for adults who are seeking to become Catholic or fully initiated into the Catholic Church (and for those who want to brush up on the teachings of the Church).
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- St. Anthony Catholic School
- School House Volunteers
- Christian Formation Team
- RCIA: Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults
- Sacrament Celebration Team
- Lending Library
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St. Anthony de Padua Catholic School is the first ministry of formation in our Parish. Since opening our doors in 1950, St. Anthony de Padua Catholic School has been committed to three principles: academic excellence, providing a warm and welcoming community, and nurturing Catholic virtues in our students to reflect the light of Christ.
Maintaining these traditions while embracing innovation has allowed St. Anthony Catholic School to remain beloved by students and parents for over half of a century. Learn more about our amazing school.
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St. Anthony School's formation program is based on a house system, which means that the student body is divided up across grade levels into student groups, or "houses," named after modern saints.
Coordinated by our Campus Minister, Alycia Valentiny, the houses participate in activities, mini-retreats, service projects, celebrations, and more throughout the year in order to build a strong student community, grow in their faith, and serve God through service to others.
We need help with all of these things including dreaming up plans for the year ahead.
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We're hoping to assemble a team of parishioners who are interested in developing and coordinating formation opportnities for the church and school community, including retreats, parents & adult education series, seasonal scripture studies, speakers, and seasonal devotions, such as Stations of the Cross and Advent Lessons and Carols, and other programming that helps to nurture our community spiritually.
This is a new ministry in the making, so we're looking for people ready to plan, dream, and lead.
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RCIA: Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
RCIA is the process established for individuals to become Catholic and receive the sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Communion). If you are curious about the Catholic Faith or want to brush up on Church teaching, join us for RCIA. Learn more.
RCIA SponsorA sponsor provides spiritual and personal support to an adult who is seeking Baptism or becoming a Catholic Christian. This ministry is open to adult parishioners willing to share their spiritual and personal formation experience. Attendance at all RCIA sessions and applicable Rites is important. Learn more.
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We like to celebrate around here (and Fr. Ben loves parties!). We need a team to coordinate celebrations after sacraments and special liturgies, including First Holy Communion, Confirmation, the Easter Vigil, and even baptisms.
If you're interested in coordinating or volunteering, please sign up on the ministry form.
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The St. Anthony de Padua Parish Library exists to make Christian books, CDs, and DVDs available to our parishioners and community members at no cost for private study, devotion, and leisure.
Located in the baptistry (soon moving to the old SCRIP room) we are looking for volunteers to reimagine this space and make it a comfy nook for reading and hanging out.
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Sign up to get involved!
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If you would like to help with any of these ministries, signing up is easy! Submit a form online, on paper, or us.
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Contact Us
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frbenstasb.orgPastor & Interim Principal of St. Anthony de Padua Catholic School
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