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LENTEN JOURNEY 2021
The hope and intention is that the Lenten resources shared will serve as tools of connection for the St. John Fisher community, especially for families and individuals separated by COVID. Look for more Lenten resources for all ages on the individual pages. Click here to download a family calendar. |
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ONLINE RESOURCES
USCCB – prayers, scripture readings, reflections and videos Busted Halo – interactive calendar and informative videos Fratelli Tutti – view a copy of the Pope’s encyclical on fraternity and social friendship. This is a beautiful read which can help remind us of our call to see the likeness and image of God in ALL we meet. Dynamic Catholic – Best Lent Ever Loyola Press - 3 minute retreat |
We will again be participating in Catholic Relief Services Rice Bowl campaign. Paper 'rice bowl' containers are available in the vestibule or you can print your own label and get other resources and information here.
Calling all Artists in Grades 7-12
Are you looking for creative ways to make your voice be heard on social issues? Do you want to make an impact on both the local and national level? The US Catholic Conference of Bishops (USCCB) invites you to participate in their annual cross-discipline art contest, “Creating on the Margins.” This year's theme is focused on rebuilding a better society/addressing the many disparities revealed post-COVID-19 pandemic. Various mediums including written, visual, and performing arts are accepted. Click on the image for details and the entry packet for this year's contest. The first step is to submit artwork at the local Diocesan level. Winners from each age group will be selected and sent on to prejudging in the national competition.
The deadline to submit is March 1st.
Please contact Mrs. O’Neill if you are interested in submitting artwork or if you have any questions.
Are you looking for creative ways to make your voice be heard on social issues? Do you want to make an impact on both the local and national level? The US Catholic Conference of Bishops (USCCB) invites you to participate in their annual cross-discipline art contest, “Creating on the Margins.” This year's theme is focused on rebuilding a better society/addressing the many disparities revealed post-COVID-19 pandemic. Various mediums including written, visual, and performing arts are accepted. Click on the image for details and the entry packet for this year's contest. The first step is to submit artwork at the local Diocesan level. Winners from each age group will be selected and sent on to prejudging in the national competition.
The deadline to submit is March 1st.
Please contact Mrs. O’Neill if you are interested in submitting artwork or if you have any questions.
Welcome, Families of St. John Fisher!
Welcome to our newly designed Faith Formation Program that ensures that we can provide a safe and flexible environment that does not compromise the quality of the Faith Education provided. Our goal continues to be that our youth develop a loving and powerful relationship with Jesus Christ that transforms their hearts and provides them with the tools to witness the faith by living the message of the Gospels. With that said, we have had to change our program location for elementary aged students, as we are no longer able to use space at Marlborough Elementary School.
We are excited to announce our new program, that we hope will allow us to partner more fully with our families. We have developed a multi-faceted program where some instruction will be online and some will happen in person at the church, unless local and state guidelines change. ZOOM classes will also be used as needed. Our new program combines catechesis, hands-on activities, family activities, prayer, Mass and service to others. As this year continues, our program may need to change and adapt and we thank you in advance for your patience, support and flexibility.
Live, in-person monthly classes will be meaningful and offer conversation, discussion and activities that cannot be fully duplicated online. However, we understand that for a multitude of health and safety concerns in-person education may not be possible for your child, even once a month. If, for any reason, your children cannot take part in the live component of the class, we will offer an entirely virtual option. Please inform either Theresa Brysgel (grades 1-8) or Jennifer O’Neill (Confirmation) of that decision as soon as possible. Please know that your child’s health and safety continue to be our top priority.
With all of this in mind we have created a program that revolves around three themes:
We are excited to announce our new program, that we hope will allow us to partner more fully with our families. We have developed a multi-faceted program where some instruction will be online and some will happen in person at the church, unless local and state guidelines change. ZOOM classes will also be used as needed. Our new program combines catechesis, hands-on activities, family activities, prayer, Mass and service to others. As this year continues, our program may need to change and adapt and we thank you in advance for your patience, support and flexibility.
Live, in-person monthly classes will be meaningful and offer conversation, discussion and activities that cannot be fully duplicated online. However, we understand that for a multitude of health and safety concerns in-person education may not be possible for your child, even once a month. If, for any reason, your children cannot take part in the live component of the class, we will offer an entirely virtual option. Please inform either Theresa Brysgel (grades 1-8) or Jennifer O’Neill (Confirmation) of that decision as soon as possible. Please know that your child’s health and safety continue to be our top priority.
With all of this in mind we have created a program that revolves around three themes:
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LEARN |
LIVE |
LOVE |
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Here we will focus on the learning and teaching of our faith. Our
menu of activities and assignments will be focused on learning about Jesus, exploring the New Testament and the church today, and how it is relevant to children’s lives. |
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Here we take what we have learned and put it into action by “practicing” our faith and aligning our lives with the life
of Jesus. At this step we go to Mass, write and reflect, engage in prayer, family activities and other grade appropriate, faith-oriented activities. |
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Jesus tells us that our charge
is to go out into the world and be God’s light. Here we will suggest various age appropriate service activities that the children can do to help others, and truly spread that light and love of God. |
Please review the pull down menu for each age group to see how we plan to implement these themes throughout the year. As always, we look forward to partnering with you as we journey forward growing in faith and community. We invite you and your family to join us as we live, learn and love together.
Peace.
Peace.
Faith Formation for the 2020-2021 School Year
Follow the Register Now link for the registration form and payment information.
If you are new to the program, WELCOME! Please reach out with any questions. 860-295-0001 or tbrysgel@stjfchurch.org
If you are new to the program, WELCOME! Please reach out with any questions. 860-295-0001 or tbrysgel@stjfchurch.org
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Be WHO GOD HAS CREATED you to be,
and you will set the world on fire. ~ Saint Catherine of Siena |
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