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lschelitzchelumenchristicc.orgDirector of Faith Formation
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CLOW 2025/26 ScheduleNote that there is no CLOW on the 5th and 12th of April due to Easter and Spring Break.
2025- October 5: Faith Like a Mustard Seed
- October 12: Ten Lepers
- October 26: Pharisee and Tax Collector
- November 2: God's Love Brings Hope
- November 9: Jesus Teaches Us to Be Fair
- November 16: Follow Jesus
- November 23: Christ the King
- December 7: Trees That Bear Good Fruit
- December 14: John the Baptist Messenger
2026- January 11: Baptism of the Lord
- January 25: Jesus Calls the First Disciples
- February 1: We Are Blessed
- February 8: We Are Salt and Light
- February 22: Temptation of Jesus
- March 1: Transfiguration of Jesus
- March 8: Jesus Meets a Woman at the Well
- March 15: Jesus Heals a Blind Man
- March 22: Jesus Raises Lazarus
- April 19: Road to Emmaus
- April 26: Jesus, the Good Shepherd
- May 3: Live in Jesus
- May 17: Jesus Ascends to Heaven
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Family ResourcesJubilee Year 2025: DOORS of HOPE - Monthly family ideas for the Jubilee Year of Hope, 2025. The Catholic Church's Jubilee Year of 2025 is a year-long celebration of faith, forgiveness, and reconciliation. The theme of the year is "Pilgrims of Hope." https://search.app/BbGrMeYdWaGK1hoi9
THE SUNDAY CONNECTION for families, early elementary, intermediate elementary, and teens. The Sunday Connection provides useful background and activities to better understand the upcoming Sunday's Scripture readings, helping you to connect the Scripture to daily life in a meaningful way.
https://search.app/nJ4nYt5MsN4GDk5A9
CHILDREN'S LITURGY OF THE WORD ON YOUTUBE Weekly video for children on the Sunday Gospel.
https://youtube.com/@saintmaxwlv?feature=shared
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Youth Faith Formation
Ages 4 and upChildren’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW)
Bring Your Children to Mass for the Children's Liturgy of the Word!
Sundays | During 10:30 AM Mass| Lumen Christi Catholic Community
As parents, you are the first and most important teachers of your child’s faith. We invite you to nurture that faith by bringing your children to our Children’s Liturgy of the Word! This special program is designed for kids at least 4 years old and up and takes place during our Sunday 10:30 AM Mass. (Schedule to the left)
Why Bring Your Kids?- Engaging Faith: Children hear the Sunday readings in words they can understand, helping them grow closer to God in a way that’s just for them.
- Interactive Learning: Our team of dedicated volunteers leads kids through age-appropriate activities, discussions, and prayers.
- Community and Belonging: It's a wonderful opportunity for children to p
articipate in the Mass with other young believers and feel like they’re an important part of the parish family. - Support for Parents: While your children attend the liturgy, you’ll be able to fully engage in the Mass, knowing that your little ones are learning and growing in faith.
We can’t wait to welcome your family!
Faith Formation Sundays
Register Here Elementary and Middle School Faith Formation Sundays Meet 9:30-10:25 a.m. monthly on the following dates:
September 28
October 26
November 23
December 14
January 11
February 22
March 22
April 19
May 17Grades 1-5 (preschool and Kindergarten siblings attend for free)
Family Faith Formation: Fun with the Bible
This year, we're excited to invite families to join us for Fun with the Bible, a series designed to bring the joy of Scripture to life for children in grades 1-5. Over the course of nine engaging sessions, we'll explore select Bible stories in a creative and interactive way, helping kids connect with the Word of God through fun activities, meaningful discussions, games, and group activities. Whether you're new to the Bible or looking to deepen your family's faith journey, this is the perfect opportunity to grow together in Christ while having a lot of fun! We can't wait to see you there! Families attend mass either before or after our sessions (at either 8:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m.). See dates above for our schedule. We meet in the Community Room from 9:30 to 10:25 a.m.
Grades 6-8 - Middle School Bible Study: Jesus IsLed by Deacon Mike, our study takes your teens on an in-depth journey into the heart of God.
Youth will get to know Jesus and build a relationship with him through a study of the Gospel of John. Parent/guardian invited to the first session with their youth.
Youth in Grades 6-8 will meet monthly on select Sundays (see schedule above) between the morning masses, 9:30-10:25 am. Each student will receive their own Bible.Sacramental Preparation
Parish Policies for Sacraments
All families celebrating sacraments at Lumen Christi must be registered members of the parish. Children must be active participants in faith formation programs at Lumen Christi or be enrolled in a Catholic school, the year before AND the year in which they are to receive the sacrament. Children must attend weekend mass with family members on a weekly basis.
Infant Baptism class is offered monthly year-round, as well as an at-home version. Parents are encouraged to participate in class well in advance of the desired date of Baptism. More information.
Most children celebrate First Reconciliation and First Eucharist in 2nd grade, but parents decide when their child is ready. Some choose to wait until their child is older. More information about this process.
Confirmation will be celebrated on May 11th, at the Cathedral, for 8th grade and above. Preparation for Confirmation is in addition to regular attendance in the Lumen Christi Faith Formation program or at a Catholic School. Program description.
The Rite of Christian Initiationof Adults (RCIA) is the process for becoming Catholic. Those ages 7 or older prepare for Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. Those who were Baptized in another Christian tradition may participate in a modified RCIA process to become Catholic. Each person’s journey is unique, so we begin with a conversation about the individual’s situation. The RCIA team welcomes no-strings-attached inquiries. More information about this process. Please email Lynn for more information.