Elementary Formation: Kindergarten through Grade 5
The following ministries for young children are coordinated by our Religious Formation Coordinator, Yvette Meyer, ymeyer@holyspirit-tempe-az.org. For additional program information, contact the Youth Formation Office at (480) 838-3479.
Catechetical Formation
Age appropriate groups for Kindergarten and Elementary school age children meet weekly. Contact the Youth Formation Office at (480) 838-3479 for details and registration information.
Sacramental Programs
Sacrament preparation is offered to children who have been involved in Catechetical Formation for at least one year. Families are included in the child’s journey toward Baptism, First Confession, Confirmation and First Eucharist. Contact the Youth Formation Office at (480) 838-3479 for program requirements and registration information.
Liturgy of the Word for Children (CLOW)
Liturgy of the Word for Children invites children to hear the same scripture readings as adults, but presented in a language more appropriate for their understanding. The dismissal takes place Sundays during the 9 and the 11 AM Masses. There is no registration requirement to participate in Liturgy of the Word for Children (CLOW).