Volunteering with Children's Formation
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We are always looking for volunteers who want to help children open up their hearts to the presence of Jesus in their lives.
- RCIA for Non-Baptized Children
- Preparation for First Reconciliation and Holy Eucharist
- Sacrament Preparation - Baptism
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Preparation for First Reconciliation & Holy Eucharist: In partnership with families, children are prepared to celebrate their First Reconciliation and First Holy Eucharist. Preparation involves several parent/child sessions and a retreat in addition to participation in on-going Christian formation. First Reconciliation preparation usually occurs before Holy Eucharist in the 2nd grade. Holy Eucharist is usually celebrated that same grade year in the Spring after Easter. Volunteers are needed to help with evening sessions for Reconciliation, help with evening sessions of the retreat, assemble banner packets and assist with information packets/mailings. VIRTUS Training is required for working with children. Contact: Kathleen Willis, 913-895-0607 or kwillis@htlenexa.org
RCIA for Non-Baptized Children: In this program, children over the age of 7 are immersed into the Catholic way of life. They are fully initiated into the Church with the celebration of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist. Volunteers can join a team of catechists to share the faith with children Time commitment: One Sunday a month after the 9:30 am Mass. Training is on-going and limited; VIRTUS Training is required for working with children. Contact: Kathleen Willis, 913-895-0607, or kwillis@htlenexa.org
Sacrament Preparation - Baptism: Volunteers are needed to facilitate baptism classes, meet with new parents, and reflect with parents on the Sacrament of Baptism in preparation for the baptism of their child. Time Commitment 2 hours per month. Training is on-going and limited. Contact: Kathleen Willis, 913-895-0607 or kwillis@htlenexa.org