The Covenant Program is a day-long retreat, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., which focuses on the covenant relationship between you, your child and God, and the mission & ministries of St. Francis de Sales Parish.  It ends with a personal exploration of your own response in your relationship with God.

The retreat is offered 4 Saturdays each year, and is a “one-time” requirement.  For example, once the parent has attended the program, they do not need to attend again when their child (or other children) prepare for another sacrament.

Programs are offered in English and Spanish at the same time and childcare is available.  However, we ask that you take into consideration your child’s personality and how they react in a childcare setting for six hours.  For some children it is better to leave them with a babysitter in their own home.  Upcoming dates for the Covenant Program are:

2010:   November 20

2011:   January 29, March 19, June 18

Please register in advance for the Covenant Program, so that we can make arrangements for food and childcare.  You can register by calling the Faith Formation Office at 392-6700 or ealba@stfrancisholland.org.