The definitive aim of catechesis is to put people not only in touch,
but also in communion and intimacy, with Jesus Christ. GDC #80
 

By age...

Adults 
Youth Age 4 through 6 (coming soon)
Youth Grades 1 through 12 
Quinceañera

Helpful Links...

Faith Formation Calendar
Faith Formation Schedules (coming soon)
Youth and Family Program Registration 2014/2015

In the Acts of the Apostles, we learn about the formation of community.  Just as the followers of Jesus gathered in fellowship, in community, the people of St. Francis belong to a community.  We gather in prayer, in service, to praise, and to give thanks.  We also gather to share our faith and learn from our brothers and sisters in Christ.  These experiences encourage our individual and collective transformation (conversion) and formation (nurture) of our relationship with Jesus Christ.

At St. Francis de Sales, we strive to make faith formation a life-long experience.  We take serious our role in forming adults, children, and youth to live as disciples who live out the Gospel of Jesus Christ in every day life. 

You are encouraged to take a look at our programs, processes, and preparations.  Links are provided on the right side of this page for the various age groups.  If you have any questions, feel free to contact the parish office.

Protecting God's Children Online Training

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All volunteer and paid Church personnel (clergy, religious and lay people) who regularly are entrusted with unsupervised contact with a child, the elderly, or persons with disabilities are required to attend a three hour training called "Protecting God's Children Awareness" provided by the Diocese of Grand Rapids through a resource called Virtus.

New Life evaluation follow up

Date: 
Repeats every week every Thursday until Thu Mar 17 2016.
Thursday, February 25, 2016 - 6:30pm to Friday, February 26, 2016 - 7:59pm
Thursday, March 3, 2016 - 6:30pm to Friday, March 4, 2016 - 7:59pm
Thursday, March 10, 2016 - 6:30pm to Friday, March 11, 2016 - 7:59pm
Thursday, March 17, 2016 - 6:30pm to Friday, March 18, 2016 - 7:59pm
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We would like to meet in the nursery foyer if that's possible.

New Life Service Team meeting

Date: 
Friday, February 12, 2016 - 6:00pm to Saturday, February 13, 2016 - 7:59pm
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New Life Preparation Meeting with Service Team

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Tuesday, January 19, 2016 - 6:30pm to Wednesday, January 20, 2016 - 7:59pm
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We would like to meet in the multi-purpose room.

Just Faith

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JUST FAITH is happening again in a shared program for the Holland Catholic Community. Firmly rooted in the Catholic Church’s social teaching and tradition, this program engages everyday Catholics in prayer, reflection, and in action that reflects the love of Jesus Christ.  It’s open to anyone of college age or older. This year’s group will meet on Thursday nights from Sept 18 – late April at St. Francis de Sales office building. The ideal group is 12-15 people so sign up now to be part of this life changing experience of compassion and community.

Baptism Preparation Session ~~ Preparacion Bautismal

Date: 
Tuesday, June 2, 2015 - 5:45pm to 8:30pm
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The Baptism Preparation is an evening session from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.  It includes discussions of Catholic parenting and the Rite of Baptism.  This session is usually held on the first Tuesday of each month in church.  No advance registration is needed for this session.  

If a morning session is needed because of evening work schedules, this can be arranged by calling the Faith Formation Office, 392-6700, ext. 110.

Baptism Preparation Session ~~ Preparacion Bautismal

Date: 
Tuesday, May 5, 2015 - 5:45pm to 8:30pm
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The Baptism Preparation is an evening session from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.  It includes discussions of Catholic parenting and the Rite of Baptism.  This session is usually held on the first Tuesday of each month in church.  No advance registration is needed for this session.  

If a morning session is needed because of evening work schedules, this can be arranged by calling the Faith Formation Office, 392-6700, ext. 110.

Baptism Preparation Session ~~ Preparacion Bautismal

Date: 
Tuesday, April 7, 2015 - 5:45pm to 8:30pm
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The Baptism Preparation is an evening session from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.  It includes discussions of Catholic parenting and the Rite of Baptism.  This session is usually held on the first Tuesday of each month in church.  No advance registration is needed for this session.  

If a morning session is needed because of evening work schedules, this can be arranged by calling the Faith Formation Office, 392-6700, ext. 110.

Baptism Preparation Session ~~ Preparacion Bautismal

Date: 
Tuesday, March 3, 2015 - 5:45pm to 8:30pm
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The Baptism Preparation is an evening session from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.  It includes discussions of Catholic parenting and the Rite of Baptism.  This session is usually held on the first Tuesday of each month in church.  No advance registration is needed for this session.  

If a morning session is needed because of evening work schedules, this can be arranged by calling the Faith Formation Office, 392-6700, ext. 110.

Wednesday Evening Schedule Class No Class Confirmation

Date: 
Wednesday, October 8, 2014 - 12:00am to 11:59pm
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No Class Thanksgiving

Date: 
Wednesday, November 26, 2014 - 6:30pm
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No Class ~ No Hay Clase

Date: 
Tuesday, April 7, 2015 - 12:00am to 11:59pm
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No Class ~ No Hay Clase

Date: 
Tuesday, December 30, 2014 - 12:00am to 11:59pm
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No Class ~ No Hay Clase

Date: 
Tuesday, December 23, 2014 - 12:00am to 11:59pm
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CANCELLED - Last Common Ground-Corpus Christi School & Center

Date: 
Monday, May 4, 2015 - 6:30pm to Tuesday, May 5, 2015 - 7:59pm
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Confirmation Meeting (Sponsors & Teens)

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Wednesday, April 29, 2015 - 6:30pm to Thursday, April 30, 2015 - 7:59pm
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Lower Level of Parish 

Common Grounds-Corpus Christi School & Center

Date: 
Monday, March 2, 2015 - 6:30pm to Tuesday, March 3, 2015 - 7:59pm
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Common Grounds-Corpus Christi School & Center

Date: 
Monday, February 2, 2015 - 6:30pm to Tuesday, February 3, 2015 - 7:59pm
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Common Grounds-Corpus Christi School & Center

Date: 
Monday, January 5, 2015 - 6:30pm to Tuesday, January 6, 2015 - 7:59pm
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Confirmation Retreat @ Aquinas College (Grand Rapids) TENTATIVE

Date: 
Saturday, December 6, 2014 - 12:00am to 11:59pm
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