Holy Trinity ChurchChildren’s Faith Formation News
First Sacrament Preparation | Confirmation | Sunday Program | Family Program | NCYC
Faith Formation Schedule (pdf)
Children’s Christmas Pageant
We are very excited to announce that we will be presenting our Children’s Christmas Pageant on Sunday, December 14 at 12:15 pm. All are invited to come and experience the retelling of this very special story of the birth of our Savior. Please mark your calendars!
Children of all ages are invited to participate! Rehearsals will be held Sundays from 11:45 am-1:00 pm. on November 23, November 30, and December 7 with the final production being on December 14.
Please sign up at the Welcome Desk or contact Neil D’Alessandro about being part of the pageant. (265-1616 Ext. 304 or neil.dalessandro@dor.org)
Holy Trinity Advent Wreath
Advent begins on Sunday, November 30 and we are inviting YOU to play a special role in our celebration each week by lighting the candles on the Advent Wreath before one of our week-end Masses. If you and your friends or family would like to participate in this beautiful tradition, please sign up at the Welcome Desk in the Gathering Space or email neil.dalessandro@dor.org for more information.
Looking for Volunteers for Children’s Liturgy of the Word
If you love working with children, this is a great ministry to get involved in. The commitment is small, but the rewards are huge. Every week during the 10:30 am Mass, we take the children out to a different space during the Liturgy of the Word and present to them the Liturgy of the Word on a children’s level. We have a great resource and book that does all the work; all we need is for you to deliver it! However much you would like to volunteer will be greatly appreciated.
If you are interested or have any questions, you can reach out to Neil D’Alessandro at 265-1616 Ext. 304 or neil.dalessandro@dor.org.
CHILDREN’S LITURGY OF THE WORD
(Pre-K through Grade 3)
This special opportunity is offered Sunday mornings during our 10:30 am Mass, September through June, for our parish children in Pre-K through Grade 3. This program was developed to give younger children a chance to listen and pray at their level of understanding. Children are dismissed from the church and go with leaders to have the scriptures read and explained to them in an enjoyable and interactive environment. Parents are always welcome to attend with their children. Registration is not required for this program.
First Sacrament Preparation
Students in Grade 2 and above may register to begin their First Sacrament Preparation if they have completed at least one full year of Faith Formation either in a parish or in a Catholic School and are currently enrolled in their second year of Faith Formation.
First Sacrament Preparation Registration
Confirmation Preparation ( I & II)
As the third and final Sacrament of Initiation into the church, the Sacrament of Confirmation can be seen as an interior movement that effects a more mature and active participation in the life of the faith community.
Confirmation Registration
Register by downloading the pdf form above. A word version of the registration form is also available.
We offer a variety of Faith Formation (Religious Education) options for your family. All programs are designed to invite you and your child to find God every day in relevant and relatable ways. In addition, parish-wide “Family Events” are offered throughout the year to encourage participation in our parish community, foster service to others, help us learn about the liturgy, and engage deeper in our relationship with Christ as we grow in our faith.
SUNDAY CLASSROOM PROGRAM
(Grades 1-7)
A traditional classroom setting with a catechist (teacher) for each grade level that meets on Sundays between our two Masses for your convenience from 9:30am until 10:20am.
FAMILY FAITH PROGRAM
(Grades K-7)
Once each month all families will come together for a monthly Family Gathering to introduce that month’s Faith Topic in a fun and interactive way for the entire family.
Faith Formation Registration 2025/2026
NCYC Pasta Dinner Fundraiser
Saturday, October 25
(Save the Date!)
More details to follow soon.
Please contact Iván Luqueño-Tlayeca with questions: ivan.luqueno-tlayeca@dor.org
Got Sneakers?
Holy Trinity Youth are preparing for their pilgrimage to the National Catholic Youth Conference, and you can help–without spending a dime!
We’re collecting gently used sneakers (both adult and youth sizes) to raise funds for the trip. Please check your closets, under beds, or anywhere those forgotten sneakers might be hiding.
Donation boxes are located at each church entrance.
The collection will run through October.
Thank you for supporting our youth on their faith journey!
The National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) will take place on November 20-22, 2025 in Indianapolis and Holy Trinity is going!
What is NCYC?
The National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) is a powerfully unique three–day experience of prayer, community, evangelization, catechesis, service, and empowerment for Catholic teenagers (of high school age) and their adult chaperones.
NCYC is the premiere Catholic youth event on a national scale that gathers people from all across America for a life-changing encounter with Christ.
Youth Service Opportunities
Jesus calls us to serve others!
‘Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.’
Matthew 25:40
All Middle and High School Faith Formation and Confirmation students are expected to complete a few hours of Christian Service as part of their faith curriculum.
There are many opportunities for youth to get involved, not only here with Holy Trinity, but also in your community. Ideas are included each month in our monthly Faith Formation newsletter, The Good News. Outside of our parish, students can do many different things to serve others such as simply helping a neighbor who could use assistance with raking leaves or shoveling a sidewalk! Volunteering at the public library, the local nursing home, the hospital, or the animal shelter are other great ways to give back to your community. Ever think about volunteering at your school? There are always new activities and fundraisers happening as well as great service organizations such as Best Buddies, Key Club, or Builders Club. Check out your PTA or school’s website for more information.
As you are serving others, consider not only how you may be affecting the person or group you are helping, but also how this experience affects YOU! Be sure to complete a Christian Service Hours form and submit it to your classroom catechist or directly to Mrs. K!
Here are some ideas to help in our parish (times and dates vary each month; commit to one or several based on your schedule; email Mrs. K to learn more):
- Youth Assistant for Faith Formation Family Program (help lead small group activities, as well as set up and tear down)
- Children’s Liturgy of the Word Assistant (10:30am Sunday Mass; commit only to those Sundays that fit your schedule.)
- First Sacrament Preparation Youth Assistant (help lead small group activities, as well as set up and tear down)
- Special Family Events occur each month (assistance needed in a variety of ways, as well as set up and tear down)
- Youth in Mass Ministry…you are invited to join our liturgical ministries to serve as an Altar Server, Liturgical Greeter and/or Lector in our Mass celebrations.
The blue CHILDREN’S ENVELOPES are now available at the Welcome Desk and in front of the Faith Formation office for those children who would like their own.