Holy Spirit Catholic Church Rochester MN
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What is FiRE?
Building a parish of lifelong learners by engaging all ages and generations in the events of Church life.
Sharing faith and learning from our individual experiences.
Nurturing the faith of families and individuals at home and when parishioners gather together.
Helping each of us grow in the understanding of Church events and living our faith in everyday life.

Learning/Youth (Grades 6-12)

Current Offerings:

Wednesday Night Faith Formation: Gr 6-8
All parish youth in grades 6-8 are encouraged to blaze a trail on what Pope John Paul II called a ‘noble adventure’ – a journey to explore your faith and deepen your relationship with Jesus while connecting with friends new and old. Registration is ongoing. Fee: $40.00

Date and Time Wednesday, 6:00 – 7:15 pm (No Class on the Wednesday of Parish Learning Centers)
Contact Mary Nowakowski, Youth Ministry Coordinator youthministry@holyspiritrochester.org

 

Wednesday Night Faith Formation: Gr 9-12
High school students are called to take part in a ‘noble adventure’ – a journey of faith to deepen your relationship with Jesus along with learning how to live as a disciple of Jesus in the world today. Registration is ongoing. Fee: $40.00

Date and Time Wednesday, 6:00 – 7:15 p.m.
(No class on the Wednesday of Parish Learning Centers)
Contact Mary Nowakowski, Youth Ministry Coordinator youthministry@holyspiritrochester.org


Sunday Morning Bible Study for Grades 9-12
What does the Bible say about issues going on in your life? How can the Bible help you navigate – to live as a disciple of Jesus in our world today? High school students are invited to participate in Youth Engaging Scripture Bible Study. Youth leaders will guide most sessions. Come for faith, friends and food! (Yes, donuts or rolls and juice will be available at each session.) No advance registration required.  Come once or as often as you are able.

Dates

December 2 & 16

January 6 & 20, 2008

February 3 & 24, 2008

March 2 & 16, 2008

April 13 & 27, 2008

Time Sunday mornings after 10:00 am Mass
Contact Mary Nowakowski, Youth Ministry Coordinator youthministry@holyspiritrochester.org


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Family Learning Centers

Target Audience: Families with children in Catholic or public schools. This is a parent lead activity; go at your own pace. Come Sunday or Wednesday

Times:

Wednesdays:

3:45-7:15 p.m.

Saturday:

1 hour before 4:30 p.m. Mass and after Mass

Sunday:

until 1:00 p.m.

Wednesday Weekend Theme & Topic
Oct. 10 Oct. 13, 14 Sacraments- Anointing of the Sick
Nov. 7 Nov. 10,11 Stewardship- Living as Disciples
Dec. 5 Dec. 8,9 Justice - Peace
Jan. 9 Jan. 12, 13 Morality- Respect Life
Feb. 6 Feb. 9, 10 Prayer & Spirituality- Praying thru Lent and Easter
March 5 March 8,9 Church Year- Easter Season
April 9 April 12,13 Creed- We Believe in the Church
     
Registration Information: No registration required Donation requested that day to cover material costs.
Contact Information: Carolyn Real, Faith Formation Coordinator 280-0638 x15 or creal@holyspiritrochester.org

 

Pathways TEC: Teens Encounter Christ
TEC is a three-day retreat weekend based on the Paschal Mystery - the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. A TEC weekend works to build spiritual growth through participation in group activities. Although some time is given to individual prayer and reflection, the emphasis is on group participation. Participation is open to teens and adults age 16 years and older.

Dates for 2008

Jan 19-21, Caledonia

Feb 16-18, Adrian

April (TBD), Mankato

Aug 1-3, Rochester

Registration Information Pre-registration required. Brochure and registration forms available on-line HERE. Fee: $40
Contact Mary White, 280-0917 or kdw4409@charter.net


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FiRE News & Events:

         

Spring Registration for next year’s 2008-2009 youth faith formation classes including Sparks Sunday Preschool and FiRE Wednesdays Gr. 1-12 is open now through May 15th.

Note: While Wednesday night class time will be 6:15-7:30 PM, youth in Gr. 7-12 are still welcome and encouraged to participate in Youth Choir.

Register Here.

 

FiRE Sunday Mornings

Friendship, Faith Sharing and Food after 10:00 mass.

All high school youth are invited to attend!

Confirmation Preparation

Click for the latest dates and information.


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Holy Spirit Catholic Church Rochester MN
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