Pre-K through Grade 8 and High School Sacrament Prep

The following ministries for children Pre-K -5^th, Jr. High 6^th-8^th, and High School Sacrament Prep are coordinated by Deacon Stephen Schmidt, Director of Religious Education and Formation, sschmidt@holyspirit-tempe-az.org, (480) 838-3479.

Catechetical Formation

Age appropriate weekly formation sessions are available for children Pre-K through Grade 5. Contact the Department of Catechesis at (480) 838-3479 for program requirements and registration information.

Sacramental Programs

Sacrament preparation is offered to children and teens who have been involved in Catechetical Formation for at least one year. Families are included in the child’/teen’s journey toward Baptism, First Confession, Confirmation and First Eucharist. Contact the Department of Catechesis at (480) 838-3479 for program requirements and registration information.

Liturgy of the Word for Children

Children’s Liturgy of the Word invites children ages 4-12 years old to actively participate in the Sunday scripture readings, in a language more appropriate for their understanding. The dismissal takes place Sunday morning’s at the 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Masses, September through April.

Young Apostles (grades 6-8)

Young Apostles program is for students in grades 6, 7 & 8. Weekly sessions, social events, service projects, and retreats are held throughout the year. Contact (480) 838-3479 for program information and registration.

Sacrament preparation is offered to teens on their journey toward Baptism, First Confession, Confirmation and First Eucharist. Contact (480) 838-3479, for program requirements and registration information.

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