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GOAL II: TO FORM A SUPPORTIVE, CARING COMMUNITY
   Our WITNESS to Christ calls us to be formed by the Gospel at every step of our lives. Jesus calls us to look at the world we live in and the people we live with in a unique way. Faith Formation is an ongoing process that should happen for every parishioner through educational programs, through experience or a combination of both. The goal of Faith Formation is to offer to the parish a variety of opportunities so that all parishioners, regardless of age, can answer the Lord’s call to witness.

Objective 1: To make every program a connection between faith and everyday life.
               a) Parenting Workshop, b) Retreat for Couples, c) Immersion trip for young and old

Objective 2: To offer opportunities to all to “know” and to “grow” the faith.
                a) Bonafest Committee to follow set goals, b) Family Night, c) New parishioner dinners /Welcome Committee
                d) “Game” dinner, e) Golf Outing

Objective 3: To strengthen parents’ role as primary educators.
               a) Parent Meeting/video discussion, b) “Choice” events, c) Parent Contract – look at present contract and add prayers to be
                      known if not included

Objective 4: To find creative ways to celebrate all the sacraments.
               a.) Prayer Partner Coordinator – possibly Sr. Francis with help, expand to all sacraments, homebound, prayer list?
               b) After Baptism Gathering ).Conversations on the Sacraments

Objective 5: Engage and Strengthen Faith of the youth
               a) Creation of Youth group or organization, b) Youth Mass, c)Talent Show