The Faith Formation Program (formally CCD) at St. Lawrence Church provides Catholic faith formation to children in 1st through 8th grade. Our program aims to provide a learning environment that fosters a personal and loving relationship with Jesus Christ. In addition to classroom instruction, students engage in a wide variety of activities including prayer, Christian service and worship. Our program coupled with weekly Sunday mass attendance will provide your child with the building blocks essential for a growing faith life. Children are eligible for the sacraments of Reconciliation and First Holy Eucharist after two years of religious education classes. For more information or to register your child please call the Faith Formation Office 908-879-6714.
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) – Preschool (age 4+) through Kindergarten: The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is a hands-on approach to faith formation based on the Montessori method of learning and rooted in Sacred Scripture and Liturgy. CGS utilizes a dedicated prepared space for children called the “atrium”. The atrium is filled with child-sized furnishings and manipulative models of people, places, and objects found in scripture and liturgy. This approach to Religious Education begins with the belief that there is a deep bond between God and the child which produces in the child the desire to draw near to God. Materials on the life of Christ and His teachings help make the mystery of God concrete for the child. Catechists are extensively trained. For more information or to register your child please call the Faith Formation Office 908-879-6714.
Confirmation
The Confirmation Preparation Program at St. Lawrence Parish is a two-year formation process that begins in the 7th grade. Students in the program celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation in the spring of their 8th grade year. Celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation marks the beginning of your child’s life as a full member of Catholic Church. Over two years, this preparation process of faith exploration will include class instruction, community service, a day retreat, a Sacrament preparation workshop and participation in the liturgy. If you would like more information on the Confirmation program, please call the Faith formation Office at 908-879-6714.