Whole Family Formation

Connect Families share hosting and teaching responsibilities primarily in private homes weekly on Sundays.  Some families connect on our campus Sundays at either 10:15am or 4:00pm.  Other options are possible based on space availability.  Please call the office for details. 

Absolutely!  While our program curriculum is designed to meet the needs of children in grades Kindergarten through 5th grade, we welcome children of all ages as the whole family is invited to participate.  Fellowship and community are important for the success of our programs.

Yes!  We understand that personal circumstances may prevent both parents from attending, however, we strongly encourage that they do.  Additionally,  some families have situations that prevent children from attending all gatherings due to court mandates.  In these circumstances, missed lessons may be completed at an alternate time through our online portal. 

Yes, we encourage extended family members, relatives, and friends to attend.  However, please be aware that all regular participants will be asked to register.  

With written parental consent, another adult may step in as the educator of the faith.  We ask that all guidelines and procedures be followed.  Permissions may be emailed to the office.

No, we welcome all backgrounds of faith at our gatherings.  The foundation of our faith will focus on fostering a loving relationship with Jesus Christ.  

The earliest any child is eligible to receive Reconciliation and First Communion is 2nd grade.  This is a two consecutive year journey and children begin their journey at different times.  We support and celebrate children no matter when they begin.  Year one and year two require active participation in an approved formation program.  In our parish, the approved formation program is Whole Family Formation.  Registration in year one will include WFF.  Registration in year two will include WFF AND Sacramental Preparation concurrently. 

We encourage the use of Catholic-based homeschool programs for the formation of children in the faith and for preparation to receive the sacraments of Reconciliation and First Holy Communion.  Please call the office for information on which programs are approved to use.  

All adults participating in Whole Family Formation for Connect Families must be Safe Environment cleared through the Diocese and maintain a current status for the duration of the year.  This is not only for the safety of our children but also for the protection of all adults in our program.  Please contact Susan Camella, Director of Safe Environment, at scamella@stgabriel.org or click here for more information.