Faith Formation Classes use a “spiral” approach to learning the Catholic faith. Rather than one
subject, each pillar of the Catechism is presented and taught in age appropriate ways. Weekly
lessons will include: bible basics, the readings of the week. The four pillars of the church: Creed,
Liturgy / Sacraments, Christian Morality and Prayer are included in every weekly lesson.
Regular class attendance and Sunday Mass nurtures both knowledge and sense of belonging in our community of faith…Emmaus Catholic Parish.

Goals and objectives for each grade level will be provided when classes begin.

Kinder (Sundays during Mass, Tuesdays & Wednesdays) - Children continue to learn through bible stories, and also begin learning prayers and Catholic traditions.

Grade 1 (Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays) - Year One requirement of First Eucharist preparation - Children become more familiar with the bible, liturgy, prayers, and Catholic practices.

Grade 2 (Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays) - First Eucharist Celebration (year 2) - As children prepare to fully participate in the Mass, the year will focus on the Sacrament of Reconciliation the first semester and the Eucharist the second semester.

Grades 3-5 (Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays) - Each grade level will grow in the Catholic Faith through biblical texts, devotions (rosary & other forms), saints, Holy & feast days. Areas of focus will be through the areas of Liturgy/Sacrament, moral life, and prayer.

Sacraments