Jesus commissioned the Apostles to “go…make disciples of all nations…” (Mt 28:19).  He entrusted this mission to us when we first brought our children before Him to be baptized.  Children learn their spirituality, first and foremost, from their parents by what they see us do and what we involve them in – daily prayer, grace before meals, service to others, going to church as family and being involved in parish life.

As a parish faith community it is our privilege and responsibility to support parents in this important ministry.

Please stop by and introduce yourselves. If I can be of any assistance, feel free to contact me, Cary Gould, CRE Coordinator in the Ministry Center at (619) 435-3167 ext. 306 or email me at cre@sacredheartcor.org.

Children’s Liturgy of the Word

All children in grades Kindergarten through 2nd are invited to join in the Children’s Liturgy of the Word during the 9:00 a.m. Mass.    Readings are adapted for children, and a reflection helps the children understand the readings for the day. The children rejoin their families in the church at the time of the Offertory.

New volunteers are welcome to participate, and training is provided. Leaders currently serve once every five weeks.

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS)

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS)

Watch the video to learn more about Catechesis of the Good Shepherd

Children’s Religious Education (CRE)

Children’s Religious Education (CRE)

Children’s Religious Education (CRE) program seeks to nourish a growing faith by providing formal religious education and formation in the teachings and principles of the Catholic way of life for children PreK-8th grade. Religious Education is a lifetime journey that continues to enrich, nourish and guide us, not just for Sacramental preparation, but for growth in our life of faith, to follow Jesus and his teachings.

Our Kinder through 6th grade uses the Pflaum Gospel Weeklies curriculum. If you would like more information about the program we use please visit www.pflaumweeklies.com to explore its content.

Sacrament Preparation

Sacrament of Reconciliation and First Holy Communion Preparation   Sacrament preparation, for First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion, is typically a two-year process. The first year provides a basic foundation of teachings and principles of the Catholic way of life. The second year includes specific preparation and celebration of the Sacraments. Children are concurrently enrolled in CRE Sunday morning classes or are attending Catholic school.

Requirements for Sacramental Preparation

  • Baptismal Certificate
  • Fee of $60 in addition to Registration Fee of $100/child (before August 31st it is $75/child)
  • Children must have completed one year of Faith Formation or one year of Catholic School Education.
  • At least one parent is required to attend the Parent Sacrament Orientation meetings.
  • Children should attend all regularly scheduled classes. 

Please make program dates and requirements a priority to ensure your child is well prepared to receive the Sacraments of Eucharist and Reconciliation this year. 
 
There are 2 options to celebrate First Reconciliation in January/February. First Holy Communions are celebrated at weekend Masses in May selected by the parents.