Journey Through Scripture A video presentation that will help answer questions that we, as Catholics, should be asking ourselves: Why and how should Catholics study the Bible? Why is the Mass key to understanding Scripture? Is Scripture the inspired Word of God? What is the role of the Holy Spirit in relation to Scripture? When: […]
First Penance (Reconciliation) and First Eucharist (Holy Communion) Sacramental Preparation Contact: Tricia Kull (585) 265-4750 or tricia.kull@dor.org First Penance and First Eucharist Students in Grade 2 and above may register to begin their First Sacrament Preparation if they have completed at least one full year of Faith Formation either in a parish or in a […]
(Grades 1-7)A traditional classroom setting with a catechist (teacher) for each grade level that meets on Sundays between our two Masses for your convenience from 9:30am until 10:20am. Our Faith Formation programs utilize the Finding God series from Loyola Press featuring a “spiral curriculum” in which students see similar faith topics at every grade while […]
Rite of Christian Initiation for Children (RCIA Adapted for Children) This special program is intended for children who have reached the age of reason (7 years old) who have not been baptized and want to join the Catholic Church. They seek Christian initiation either at the direction of their parents or guardians or, with parental […]
Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is an opportunity for adults who may be considering joining the Catholic church or would simply like to learn more about what Catholics believe and why. Weekly sessions begin in the fall and encourage conversation about God, faith, the human […]