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If you would like to register, Please Call Debbie Brito at 973- 377-4000 ex. 252 or email [email protected] and we can let you know which schedules have space.
Welcome to Family Faith Formation for grades PreK3 through 8th Grade at St. Vincent Martyr Parish!
Are you looking for a way to support your child’s faith in a positive and accessible way? The truth is, nobody has more influence on a child's faith than their parents! At times, however, it can feel like a challenge to know how to support and guide your child in their faith, especially if you find yourself still learning and seeking on your own personal faith journey. We want to walk with you by offering you the resources and support you need to feel confident in bringing your faith alive at home, all while fostering a deeper connection with God and with one another!
A New Model for Faith Formation
Pathways is our new and engaging model for faith formation (formerly known as CCD or Religious Education), designed to connect and support families, foster an encounter with God, learn and grow together in our Catholic faith, and empower parents with skills and support to enrich family life and faith.
How does Family Faith Formation work?
Each family will attend one Sunday session per month from 10:00 am-11:15 am between October and April. Sunday Mass, gathering for a teaching on a topic in our Catholic faith, classes and activities for each grade level, and a session specifically designed for parents. Additionally, we provide take-home activities to support engaging conversations and positive experiences with faith at home! Families are encouraged to attend our 9:00 am Children's Mass in the church before the session.
Who can attend?
Pathways Family Formation is for families with children in PreK through 8th grade. We require at least one parent to attend, but both parents' attendance is encouraged. Grandparents are also welcome.
Is First Reconciliation and First Communion covered by Family Faith Formation?
Yes, Pathways Family Faith Formation constitutes our parish's sacramental preparation for children. The classes for second grade are specifically designed to prepare children for their sacraments along with additional workshop gatherings.
Registration and Schedule
When you register, you will be prompted to choose Schedule A or Schedule B (scroll down on this page to see the schedule options). The schedule track that is chosen by each family will remain their designated schedule for the entirety of the year. Please note that the content and activities for both tracks are the same. The cost is $250 for one child, $300 total for two children, and $325 for three or more children. Register at the link below:
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2025-2026 ScheduleEach family will choose either Schedule A or Schedule B. Both tracks will meet from 10:00am - 11:30am in the school. The content for both tracks are the same. Whichever track your family chooses will remain your designated schedule for the entirety of the year. Families are invited and encouraged to attend our children's teaching 9am Mass before each of our sessions in the Gym. (If you would like to register, Please Call Debbie Brito at 973- 377-4000 ex. 252 or email [email protected] and we can let you know which schedules have space.)
Schedule A:
October 5, November 2, December 7
January 4, February 1, March 1, April 12
Schedule B:
October 26, November 16, December 14
January 11, February 22, March 15, April 26
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Volunteer for Family Faith Formation
We are in need of many volunteers (catechists, classroom aides and hall monitors) to help make this year a success! All materials are provided for volunteers - no lesson planning is required. Please reach out to us if you have any questions about volunteering or tap the link below to sign up. Thank you!
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Questions? We're happy to help!
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Mrs. Debbie Britodebbie.britosvmnj.orgSecretary - Faith Formation
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Dr. Steven Serafinsteven.serafinsvmnj.orgDirector of Faith Formation
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