Faith Connection
High School Faith Formation Program 03/13/2023
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Hello Parents and Teens,
The Bucket
The Gospel reading and Homily this weekend really hit me. The gospel reading was about the woman at the well and that she kept coming back for water to quench her thirst. Fr. Strand spoke about how we should reflect on our lives and look at what we are filling our cup up with when we are thirsty. Do we spend money on material things, do we go to social media to gossip, or do we fill up all of our free time with selfish things for ourselves? When we thirst we should be filling our cup with the spiritual waters. Attending Mass, prayer, Adoration or Confession to name a few. When we fill our cup with Christ, we no longer thirst.
Another part of the Gospel Fr. Strand talked about was the bucket. The bucket the woman continued to bring back and fill up with water. But when she truly saw Jesus and went out to share his words, she left the bucket behind. She left her past behind. To leave our past behind is not easy. I am continually working on it, trying to give myself grace and handing it all over to Christ. When we fill ourselves with Christ, we are filling the bucket with our past, selfish desires, material or worldly things. When we fill ourselves with Christ, we receive his love, mercy, grace and forgiveness. When we fill ourselves with Christ, we are putting the devil in his place and growing our heart for him.
My prayer for you all is that you are able to start working on leaving your bucket. Leave your bucket and trust in him!
Know of my prayers,
Mrs. Jessica Herriges
Upcoming Dates for your Calendar
High School Faith Formation Sessions: Bring your Catechism and Compendium
- 9th & 10th grade sessions: Wed., Mar. 15th; 6:15-7:30; St. Michael Hall
- Confirmation session: Sun., March 19th; No session
- 9th & 10th grade sessions: Wed., Mar. 22nd; 6:15-7:30; St. Michael Hall
- No Sessions for 9th - 11th grade Sunday, March 26th - Sunday, April 9th
Blessings on your Easter
- 9th & 10th grade sessions: Wed., April 12th; 6:15-7:30; St. Michael Hall
- Confirmation session: Sun., April 16th; 10:15-11:30 a.m.; St. Michael Hall
- 9th & 10th grade sessions: Wed., April 19th; 6:15-7:30; St. Michael Hall
10th grade evaulations
- Confirmation Practice: Friday, April 21st; 6:00 p.m.; Arrive at 5:45 p.m; St. Michael Church; Sponsors are required to attend practice with their Candidate.
- Confirmation Mass: Sunday, April 23rd; 2:00 p.m.; Arrive at 1:30 p.m.; St.Michael Church; Please meet at the back of Church. *More details below*
Confirmation Candidates
- Friday, April 21st at 6:00 p.m.
St. Michael Church
Sponsors are required to attend practice with their Candidate.
Please dress appropriately.
- Sunday, April 23rd at 2:00 p.m.
St.Michael Church
Please meet at the back of Church at 1:30 p.m.
Each family will be given one reserved pew for the Candidate, Sponsor and family.
Dress appropriately in Mass attire and follow the dress guidelines. * Dress guidelines attached*
Faith Encounter Opportunities
Catholic Heart Work Camp:
Our Lady of the Lakes in Random Lake has invited and offered us spots to join them for the Catholic Heart Work Camp in 2023.
Where: Steubenville, OH
When: June 11th - 17th, 2023
(Group may leave on the 10th depending on the bus company's policy for drivers & return on the 18th at the latest.)
Who: Open to 7th grade - 12th grade
Cost: Estimated $800.00 per person
(This is contingent on the number of kids attending and parish contribution). We will also discuss fundraising opportunities.
If you have any questions or are interested in attending the Catholic Heart Workcamp with Our lady of the Lakes, please contact Terri Riesselmann, Dir. of Youth Faith Formation 262-692-9994 ext-324 or at triesselmann@dsoll.org.
Love Begins Here:
Who: High School
When: June 25 - 30th, 2023
Where: St. Charles, Burlington WI
(37 spots are remaining)
If you are interested in registering, please contact me at herrigesj@htschool.net
Steubenville St. Paul: *Sign up ASAP for early bird pricing by Jan. 10th*
When: July 28-30, 2023
Where: University of St. Thomas St. Paul, MN
Cost: $350 per student (includes transportation, lodging and conference) Fundraisers will be set up to help off set the costs.The amazing bonus of this conference and location is that we have no hotels to deal with as the students stay on campus at the University of St. Thomas. They can play frisbee outside and are in a much safer environment for a retreat. Zachary Galante will be leading the group!
If you are interested in registering, please contact me at herrigesj@htschool.net
2022-2023 High School Faith Formation Year
Where can I find information?
Visit our Parish websites at:
https://www.kewaskumcatholicparishes.org/faith-formation-program
You will find information about:
- 2022-2023 Faith Formation schedule and 9-11th grade sessions
- High School Faith Formation program outline
- High School Christ Encounter Submission form
- Confirmation required forms; schedule and due dates throughout the year
Mrs. Jessica Herriges
Email: herrigesj@htschool.net
Website: kewaskumcatholicparishes.org
Phone: 262-707-5119