The Christian Formation Committee oversees the ongoing and lifelong Religious Education needs and responsibilities of the Parish. The Committee also allows for an unlimited number of members; interested parishioners who keep abreast of the Committee's activities and participate when they are available. The Committee meets at least eight times per year as a part of our Parish Leadership Nights. Contacts are listed below. Please contact any of them if you desire more information about the Committee. If you have any comments or suggestions concerning the Religious Education Program call our parish office.
Ms. Maureen Duggan-Cassidy, Coordinator of Religious Education (CRE)
410-634-2253 [email protected]
Religious Education Classes (Grades K-10)
Class begins promptly at 9:40am each Sunday and ends at 10:45am. There is sufficient time to get to St. Elizabeth for the 11:15 mass. Remember, the family is the first classroom for faith -- encourage your children to talk about what they learned in class at home. Help them to make daily faith connections.
Creating a Safe Environment "For the Sake of God's Children"
Our parish follows the guidelines of the diocesan program For the Sake of God's Children in creating safe environments for learning and gathering. As a faith-filled people, we value and honor every individual as created in the image and likeness of God. In the works and ministries of this parish, we are committed to provide a safe environment for children, young people, and their families. Honesty, trust, and mutual respect frame an environment where healthy and responsible relationships prevail, boundaries are clear, and behavioral standards are mutually embraced. We are committed to providing for the safety and protection of God's children through a selfless sharing of our gifts and talents. For details about the program ,visit the Diocese of Wilmington website at www.cdow.org.
All catechists, moderators, youth ministers, and anyone in constant, re-occuring contact with you have cleared a background check and have signed a volunteer covenant regarding appropriate behavior and expression when working with children and youth. We thank them for their participation and adherance to necessary guidelines.
Lateness, Absences, Inclement Weather
It is paramount that all students attend their scheduled classes with punctuality and with the least number of absences. If parents know ahead of time that their child will be absent from religious formation, they should notify the Catechist allowing enough time for remedial work to be prepared ahead of time. Parents are asked to work with their child's Catechist to help the student complete his or her assigned work and keep it current. Prolonged absences need to be addressed personally. Please inform us of any difficulties you may have, such as injuries, two-home accommodations, or other special situations.
In case of inclement weather: Please check the parish website or call 410-634-2253 for information. Extra Sundays may have to be allocated during the catechetical year to make up for classes missed due to inclement weather.
Our "Super Sundays" are held on the first Sunday of each month, October - June (with a few possible exceptions). The Church has a commitment to spiritually nourish families and to be a constant resource for them in order to grow. Come and enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast prepared by the Knights of Columbus and join in conversation with fellow parishioners. Students will have time to eat breakfast with their families before participating in a condensed Religious Education class from 10:00-10:45a.m. Some Super Sundays include presentations for the faith enrichment of adults.