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Sacramental Programs
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Kathy Warrinerkwarrinerstgerard.orgDirector of Religious Education -
Jeff Corderyouthstgerard.orgCoordinator of Youth Ministry and Confirmation
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Religious Education Program
For children Grades 1st – 8th
Attending area public schools or who are homeschooled.
- Provides engaging faith learning experiences
- Reinforces a growing friendship with Jesus
- Summer & Sunday Camp options great for busy families
- Sacramental preparation included
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Please review the following options and select the opportunity that best fits you schedule:
Option 1: Summer Camp 2019
8am-12pm
July 8th-11th and 15th-18th
Children are expected to attend all eight sessions during July and participate in two camp reunions to receive their Advent and Lent instruction:
Reunion Dates:
November 11th 3pm-5:45pm
March 17th 3pm-5:45pmOption 2: Sunday Camp 2019/2020
3pm-5:45pm
October 13, 20, 27, 2019
November 3 & 10*, 2019
November 17 (7th & 8th grades only)
February 9, 16, 23, 2020
March 1 & 8*, 2020
March 15, 2020 -- Potential Make Up DayChildren are expected to participate in all ten camp sessions (7th & 8th grade have an additional session on October 7th, 2018 as noted above).
*During Sunday camp on November 11th and March 17th, the summer campers
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Curriculum
Textbooks:
1st - 6th Grade: We Believe (Sadlier Press)
The Catholic Children’s Bible (St. Mary’s Press)
7th - 8th Grade: Chosen - Your Journey Toward Confirmation (Ascension Press),
New American Bible
Textbooks, Snack, camp t-shirt included
Daily Camp Schedule: Campers rotate between class, bible exploration, snack & music sessionsReconciliation: 3rd - 8th graders celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation during camp
Grade Level Masses: 3rd - 8th graders participate liturgy roles at the 6pm Mass during the year.
Service Projects: Students participate in on-site service projects for parish outreach programs.
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Tuition/Registration
Tuition:
1 child $75
2 children $150
3 or more $200
$25 deposit required with registration
to secure your child’s placement. Balance due on the first day of camp. Make checks payable to: St. Gerard Church
Financial assistance available.
Contact Kathy Warriner, kwarriner@stgerard.org for more information
How to Register:
Registration for both Summer and Sunday Camps will be open late April, 2019.
New families – please contact Kathy Warriner, to schedule an appointment.
Returning families – mail or drop off your
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Documents & Forms