532 Avenue M, Northwest
Winter Haven, Florida 33881
(863) 294 - 3144
Faith Formation
PreK - 8th grade Faith Formation
Sundays 9:50 - 11:00 am in the school classrooms
Registration fee $60.00 (sliding scale for more than one)
(no one refused for lack of funds)
First Reconciliation and First Communion Preparation
Required Parent and Child Session, January 25 at 6:30 pm
Please note: 1st Communion Mass date has been changed from May 20, 2012 to April 29, 2012.
Confirmation Preparation
"Becoming Catholic" and delayed sacramental 
instruction for teens, children and adults.
Sundays 9:50 - 11:00 in the school.
January Dismissal Schedule
for the Catechumenate (RCIA)Adult Formation
1/29 - 8:00 am Mass
2011 - 2012 Online Calendar
(Large file: Allow time to load.)
Education Mission Statement
The mission of St. Joseph Catholic Church faith formation is to reach out to all people of the community with the love of Christ. To provide opportunities for all to actively participate in the prayer and sacramental life of the parish. To provide opportunities that offer lifelong evangelization and support spiritual growth.
Goals and Objectives
To lead our children, youth and adults to Christ through the fullness of
our Catholic Faith traditions.
To provide lifelong formation and participation.
To build up the body of Christ through spiritual growth, volunteer efforts
and parish support.
To help support the knowledge of our baptismal call throughout the community and within the liturgical celebrations.
Special Thanks to all of our parish catechist (teachers). You are the best!
Becky Roach
St. Joseph Faith Formation Director
Faith Filled Wednesdays Adult Sessions
St. Joseph Parish Community
invites everyone to join us.
Wednesday evenings 6-8 pm in the school faculty lounge.
Adult sessions offered with different topics and presenters. Great opportunity to meet others and talk about a variety of subjects.
There is no cost or sign ups - just show up! Hope to see you!
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Adult Faith Formation
Catechumenate
"Becoming Catholic"
Tuesday evenings 6:30 -8:30 pm
Room 3 of the Family Life Center
Bringing Adults together for sacramental preparation and faith enrichment.
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Adult Formation Sessions for anyone wanting to learn and discuss more about the faith. A variety of subjects will be offered each Wednesday
6 - 8 pm
School Faculty Lounge.
Adult Bible Study
James
"Pearls for Wise Living"
For anyone who struggles to live a Christian Life.
10 Sessions begin 1/16
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Please call Becky Roach in the Church Office at 294-3144 for reservations
Materials fee $23.00
Christ's Corner
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Pre K 3 Class Room.
Designed to provide faith formation for all of God's Children while parents are involved in Wednesday Night Activities.
Ages 1-10
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Faith Formation Parental Expectations · Please ensure that your child attends class and/or sessions for sacramental preparation regularly and on time. · Be an active and a positive example for your child. Attend mass together and participate in parish life. · Know your child's teacher and help them if they are seeking volunteers for a project. (please abide by diocesan fingerprinting polices).
PreK - 8th Grade
Formation to help our young people deepen their faith and understanding of Jesus.
Sunday Mornings 9:50 - 11:00am
Children and Teens
Sacramental Preparation
and the
Catechumenate
For more information about each Sacrament, click
the "Sacraments" link on green ribbon at left.
"Becoming Catholic"
To Minister to the adults, youth, and children interested in becoming Catholic.
Children & Teens meet Sunday Mornings
9:50 - 11am in the School
Baptism Preparation
The Catholic Church believes it is our duty to offer parents, guardians and godparents the opportunity to fully understand the Sacrament of Baptism.
Baptism Preparation Classes are offered once a month on the first Monday of every month in the Chapel Adoration Room.
This class rewiews the signs andsmbols of the sacrament as well as parental responsibilities. Parents must attend before Baptism can be scheduled.
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First Communion Preparation
To provide preparation for the children to fully understand the need and importance for Jesus in their lives.
Preparation Classes are once a month and are designed for parent and child involvement.
Next Session
for Parent and Child
January 25 at 6:30 pm
in the Parish Center
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Oneight
Confirmation Preparation
a Lifeteen Curriculum
"You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you shall be my witness..." --Acts 1: 8
For all High School Freshmen
and non-confirmed
High School Students.
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For more information contact:
Becky Roach in the Church Office
(863) 294-3144 ext 249
or Kim and Gary Moulton
(863)528-8161 or 8162.
To prepare ninth grade students and older for the preparation of receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation through a series of Oneight sessions that draw young people into a deeper faith that will transform their hearts and change their lives.
Confirmation sessions Wednesdays 6 - 8 pm in the Parish Center
1/4 - "Jesus as a Moral Guide"
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Marriage Preparation
The priests of the parish and the staff wish you many blessings and will assist you as you plan. After the initial meeting you will receive the information and procedures that both parties will be expected to fulfill.
Please contact the Church Office to schedule the initial meeting at least six months before desired date of wedding.