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About Children's Faith Formation (CFF)
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Children's Faith Formation (CFF) is a wonderful opportunity for children and parents alike to experience the presence of God in their lives and come to a new and deeper understanding of our church community. Working as a family, we hope to help children grow in faith and familiarize themselves with the teachings and traditions of the Catholic Church by translating them into developmentally appropriate, interactive lessons. Come learn, pray, and grow with your Saint Agnes family!
Teens or adults interested in volunteering? Please contact Sister Teresa Malave, VDMF, for more information.
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Sessions
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Children’s Faith Formation at St. Agnes is designed to help children grow in faith, identity, and understanding of the Catholic Church. Sessions are held on designated Sunday mornings from 9:15-10:15 for children in grades K-8. Sessions usually begin in late September or early October and end in early May.
- CFF for K-1st grade: These are generally Kindergarteners and 1st Graders who have not completed 1st Communion. These children are also invited to participate in our Children’s Liturgy of the Word (10:30 am Mass) as an accompaniment to CFF.
- CFF for grades 3-6th grade: are sessions that are a continuation of faith formation after completion of sacraments of 1st Reconciliation and 1st Communion. The aim is to ground the children a living faith and gospel values as they journey towards Confirmation.
- 1st Reconciliation /Communion: Generally, includes children ages 8-10. Children are usually starting 2nd grade and we welcome children up to 4th grade. It is important to note that at least one parent or guardian must attend with children enrolled as the sessions are a family catechesis.
- Confirmation Year 1 and 2: Includes youth from 7th- 8th grade.
NOTE: Sessions are generally in person, but will be provided online by zoom when it is not possible or advisable to have children congregate together.
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Sacraments
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FIRST HOLY COMMUNION & RECONCILIATION
The sacrament of First Holy Communion is the time when children receive the Eucharist, the source and summit of our faith for the very first time in life. But first, we prepare for Reconciliation where we learn more about growing close to Jesus, God's ever-present love and forgiveness. Our program of preparation welcomes the whole family to become a part of the process. With the help of our catechists, parents are guided through a beautiful bonding experience with their child learning about their Catholic Faith. As such, there needs to be a consistent adult who can support the child's faith journey to participate in this program.
Children in 2nd Grade ordinarily sign up for First Reconciliation and First Communion, but children up to 4th grade are welcome to join if they have not completed the sacrament. The formation for this program lasts an entire school year (September-May) with sessions at least twice per month on designated Sundays from 9:15-10:15 am. To join our formation program starting in the fall, please register below.
CONFIRMATION
The Sacrament of Confirmation is a crucial step in the faith journey of a young person. Our program is geared toward 7th and 8th graders, but all middle and high schoolers are welcome. This program blends religious education, faith sharing, community service, and spiritual development in a way that is personal and fosters strong ties between the Confirmation candidates.
The formation for Confirmation involves a two-year program with sessions at least twice per month on designated Sundays from 9:15-10:15 am (September-May). To join our formation program starting in the fall, register below.
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The fees below are for registered parishioners of St. Agnes Church. If you are not a registered parishioner of St. Agnes, we welcome you to be a part of our community! Contact Sr. Teresa Malave, DVMF, (email) for more information.
Fees charged for CFF are used to purchase materials that are needed for sessions such as: textbooks, classroom costs, supplies, snacks, etc. These fees cover the entire year. If this is a problem for anyone, please contact Sister Teresa Malave, VDMF, for the possibility of a scholarship. No child will be turned away due to financial difficulty!
One Child: $150.00
Two Children: $200.00
Three + Children: $250.00
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These fees are in addition to the base registration fees listed above.
FIRST RECONCILIATION & FIRST COMMUNION $75.00/CHILD*
* This includes the cost of the photos of the sacrament.
CONFIRMATION YEAR 1
NO ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION COST
CONFIRMATION YEAR 2 $75.00/CHILD**
** This includes the cost of the retreat. To register as a non-parishioner, there will be an additional fee of $50.00/child.
After registered online, please send your check to:
* Make checks payable to St. Agnes Church
Mail to: St. Agnes Church
1025 Masonic Ave
San Francisco, CA 94117
Sr. Teresa Malave, Children's Faith Formation Coordinator
1025 Masonic Ave.
San Francisco, CA 94117
[email protected]
(415) 487-8560 ext 235.
(415) 450-5938
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Questions?
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Sr. Teresa Malave, VDMFteresasaintagnessf.orgChildren's Faith Formation Coordinator
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Registration
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Registration is now closed for the 2022/23 year.
Please contact Sr. Teresa Malave, VDMF, for any questions.
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