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The parish religious education program (PREP) of St. John Vianney Catholic Church, Imago Dei, by the grace of the Holy Spirit, strives to bring members of the parish into a deep, personal, lifelong communion with Christ and His Church, and to foster in them a missionary zeal for souls so that they are equipped to serve the coming of God’s reign. "The definitive aim of catechesis is to put people not only in touch, but also in communion and intimacy with Jesus Christ (Catechesi Tradendae).” At SJV, we recognize that because the spiritual life is a journey, it cannot be programmed. We offer structure to guide the process and help each person glean the most from his personal pilgrimage, but also reverence the organic movement of the Holy Spirit within him.
We support adults in their own continuing search to know, love, and serve God in others, and support parents in their duty as the primary educators of their children. "Catechesis for adults, since it deals with persons who are capable of an adherence that is fully responsible, must be considered the chief form of catechesis. All the other forms, which are indeed always necessary, are in some way oriented to it (General Catechetical Directory, 20).” "Family catechesis precedes…accompanies, and enriches all forms of catechesis (CT, 68).”
There is no more glorious, sweaty an enterprise than growing in the Christian faith. It will ultimately require our very last breath. In SJV’s PREP, we foster this formation in adults by offering comprehensive formation opportunities that deepen personal spirituality, some on a weekly, and others on an annual, rotating basis. Our approach is nine-fold:
X
Faith
& Human Development – Learning something of the universal stages of
faith and human
development helps us
understand how real-life issues and spiritual growth are one and the
same. We
begin to see our own and
others’ experiences in the context of a pilgrimage of faith.
X Church – We study the Church, her history, theology, and Mary and the Saints
X Liturgy – We explore our liturgical practices, worship, the Eucharist, and Latin studies
X
Morality – We examine the Commandments, Beatitudes, contemporary moral and
social issues, NFP,
discernment of spiritual gifts
X
Prayer – We probe Christian spirituality, personal and communal prayer,
weekly Holy Hour between the
Masses, prayer circles
X
Sacraments – We study the Catholic understanding of Sacraments, sacramental
symbols and their
significance
X Scripture – Scripture studies, Lectio Divina
X
Theology – We explore the mystery of the Trinity and the church’s fundamental
beliefs about God,
Jesus, and the Holy Spirit, and Jesus as the
model of the Christian life
X
Anthropology – We learn about grace and sin, creation of the universe and humanity
in the image of God,
death and suffering, judgment and
predestination.
Weekly classes are held year-round in the school building between the Masses. Just show up! Watch the bulletin for information on upcoming seasonal classes.
Current Adult Education Opportunities
CAFE: Catholic Adult Formation &
Education
From abortion to euthanasia, from suicide to genocide,
the horrifying spectacle of man's degenerate behavior
at once shocks us and frightens us. In this 4 part
series
Father John Corapi explores some of the essential
elements and relationships concerning the Truth, which
in substance is not merely something, but rather
Somebody. Every Sunday morning at 9:15 am
in the 8th grade school room during CCD. Join others for
coffee and refreshments while receiving insight into
faith and truth. Childcare available simultaneously in the
parish office building.
Catholic Religion on Wednesday Nights
Catholic Morality
Rather than
simply telling us what to believe,
the Church’s moral teachings tell us the
Truth in a world riddled with deceit. As we come to understand
her profound respect for the dignity of every life,
we learn how the Truth, as taught by the Church,
sets us free to live life abundantly.
Mass 6:00 pm in the chapel, teaching at 6:30 pm
in the school with activities for children,
and
pizza in the social hall at 7:00 pm.
Welcome to the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. In RCIA we explore the beautiful Tradition of the Catholic Church—her sacraments, her liturgy, her liturgical year, her teachings, her prayer, her community. Each group varies in personality, but is typically made up of Catholics and non-Catholics who are looking for a way to better understand the rudiments of the Catholic Faith, to begin the process of becoming a Roman Catholic, and/or to prepare to receive the sacraments. Beginning September 8th, 2008 RCIA meets every Wednesday night at 7pm in the school library through the Easter season. To nurture intimacy in the RCIA group, we ask that you join before October 31. The traditional and most beautifully inspiring time to join us in full communion is at the liturgy of the Easter Triduum (Holy Thursday thru Holy Saturday). This practice is centuries old, reaching back to the early Christian church. There is something mystical about sharing in this tradition.
To
embrace the Catholic faith is to convert one’s whole life to the work of
the Church. RCIA seeks to assist the Spirit’s turning the whole
person, both Catholic and non-Catholic, to God in Christ and proclaimed by the Church. In one way, this
is an ongoing process for all Catholics, but for those making their
first tentative steps into the Catholic faith, RCIA assists
in the discernment and ritualization of the stages of conversion, and
leads to sacramental initiation.
To join
the next RCIA class before the October 31 cutoff, fill out a
registration form and drop it by the office, or contact the
Director of Religious Education
or the RCIA coordinator, Shirley Lafferty
428-4385.
Our teachers have beautiful feet! They share in the calling and passion, the pressures, challenges and joys of “echoing” their faith. For these reasons the Scriptures praise them: “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring the good news! (Romans 10:15).” At SJV we recruit, form, and retain catechists who are faithful, practicing Catholics in full communion with the teachings of the Catholic Church. "...and He went up into the hills, and called to Him those whom he desired; and they came to Him. And He appointed twelve, to be with Him, and to be sent out to preach. . . (Mk 3:13-15).” We encourage ongoing personal formation through the Veritas Institute, PREP for adult formation, annual retreats, certificates of recognition and certification, and public recognition for completing each stage of the diocesan Catechist Formation Curriculum. We are always looking for catechists! To volunteer as a teacher, contact the Director of Religious Education and schedule an interview!
Some of our catechists on
Catechetical Sunday
How can there be too many children? That's like saying there are too many flowers.
-- Blessed Mother Teresa
Using the Faith First curriculum, we provide Christ-centered catechesis for children
Pre-school through High School that prepares them for the Sacraments of Reconciliation, First Holy Communion, Confirmation, and for a lifetime of devotion to Christ and His Church. "Now this is eternal life, that they should know you, the only true God, and the one whom you sent, Jesus Christ (Jn. 17:3).”
We offer a nursery for preschool children to age 3; and CCD for grades Pre-K – 8, youth catechesis and ministry, and sacramental preparation. Children’s PREP sessions include a quarterly visit to the chapel for prayer, and are led by catechists who offer their time and talent to us as stewards of faith. Their sacrifice each week is priceless! CCD Open House/Registration cycle 2008 -2009 is August 3rd & 10th in the school lobby. Late registration is in the school workroom at 9:15am each week thereafter. To register, download forms through our parish website, bring them in on Sunday morning or drop them by the office, or fill out registration forms on-site Sunday mornings.
Daily June 9 - 13, 2008 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
"Choose this day whom you will serve (Joshua 24:15)."
This summer, SonWorld is the place to experience an amazing world of
adventure. Each day at the SonWorld Adventure Park teaches kids to
make healthy choices
on the roller coaster of life,
and that choosing Jesus is the best choice of all!
Click
here to see
last year's Cool Kingdom Party highlights!
Using the Faith & Life series, we offer a religious education curriculum library for home schooling parents to borrow. Contact the DRE for information. Our home school support group, Agnus Dei, meets the first Friday of each month during the school year in the basement of the Office Building for a devotion, craft, and pizza!
Contacts: Jennifer Grimmig, elementary and middle school - 615-888-2094
Joyce Kacar, high school - 615-451-0262
To contact the Director of Religious Education, Sonja Corbitt, call her office at 406-2620, email her at dre@saintjohnvianneychurch.org, or call the church office at 452-2977. She is also available in the church office every Monday from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm.
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