Jesus said, ‘Let the children come to me, and do not prevent them; for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.’ (Matthew 19:14).
Please submit completed forms to the Coordinator of Faith Formation (Ashlee Campbell):
New families should register by September 5, 2025.
Returning families should confirm they are returning by September 5, 2025.
Via Mail
St. Louis Church
Attn: Ashlee Campbell
35 Edward Street
Buffalo, NY 14202-1505
Via Fax
(716)853-9225
Via Email
ReligiousEd@stlouisrcchurch.org
This year, faith formation will consist of a combination of: (1) family faith formation lessons, (2) service sessions, and (3) faith-based at-home lessons for children in Pre-K to 10th grade. We will alternate where we meet – coming together for family faith formation sessions and service projects at both Blessed Sacrament and St. Louis.
At-home lessons give families more flexibility on the weekends, as children are often involved in sports and many school or family activities. Families will have the flexibility to complete at-home lessons.
(1) FAMILY FAITH-FORMATION SESSIONS:
Once a month, all families enrolled in faith formation will come together at either Blessed Sacrament or St. Louis for family faith formation sessions. This is an opportunity for the entire family to be involved in a faith-based activity and to meet other families enrolled in the program.
(2) SERVICE SESSIONS:
Once a month, we will come together to do a service project or activity. We will meet at either Blessed Sacrament or St. Louis. The church will provide most supplies, but families may be asked to contribute a little bit.
(3) AT-HOME LESSONS:
When we are not meeting for family faith formation or service sessions, children will complete a lesson at home. Each family can pick the program that is right for them. They can use: (1) Formed videos ($10 per month), (2) Alive in Christ book, OR (3) My Catholic Faith Delivered online lessons ($25 per year-long class).
FAITH FORMATION FEE:
The fee for faith formation is $35 for one enrolled child and $50 for a family of 2 or more enrolled children.
REGISTRATION:
Families that attended faith formation last year are automatically re-enrolled for the 2025-2026 year. You will receive an email from the Coordinator of Faith Formation in mid-August to confirm your enrollment.
New families should submit the registration form by September 5th. If registering after this date, please contact the Coordinator of Faith Formation first to check availability.
There are a variety of opportunities for children to actively volunteer at Mass. Children can lector, usher, present the gifts, and be an altar server. Training for these roles is provided by the church. Children can volunteer as much or as little as desired and at the Mass they typically attend on the weekend.
Please contact the Coordinator of Faith Formation, Ashlee Campbell, with any questions or concerns.
Via Phone
(443)744-0354
Via Email
ReligiousEd@stlouisrcchurch.org
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