{"id":221,"date":"2020-10-20T14:51:01","date_gmt":"2020-10-20T18:51:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blessedsacramenttoledo.diocesanweb.org\/church\/?page_id=221"},"modified":"2020-10-20T15:38:20","modified_gmt":"2020-10-20T19:38:20","slug":"christian-formation","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/blessedsacramenttoledo.diocesanweb.org\/church\/ministries\/christian-formation\/","title":{"rendered":"Christian Formation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Baptism Preparation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To prepare families to more fully understand the Sacrament of Baptism.\u00a0 To welcome parents as they seek the Sacrament of Baptism for their children, to explain the ceremony and symbolism of the Sacrament, to present guidelines for choosing Godparents, and promote awareness of the essential responsibilities parents have as educators of their children in the Catholic faith.\u00a0 Sessions for parents of children, ages 0-6, are held the first Monday of each month at 7:30 pm.\u00a0 Contact Krista Gonzalez-Luce at 419-472-2288 ext. 210 or\u00a0kgonzalezluce@mbsptoledo.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Catechesis of the Good Shepherd<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To help young children prepare for the sacraments and participate in the life of Christ with hands-on materials in a dedicated space called the Atrium.\u00a0 Young children already have a relationship with God which is nurtured with the help of catechists and Jesus, the Good Shepherd.\u00a0 Contact Karen Momenee at 419-472-0620 or\u00a0kmomenee@aol.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Early Childhood Education Center<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For the young children to become more self-sufficient, confident and to have a positive, fun-loving, well rounded learning experience in a Catholic environment.\u00a0 Contact Director Christine Kummer at\u00a0ckummer@stcatherineearlyed.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Engaged Couples Conference<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To instill in couples who attend this conference a sense of the spiritual foundation they will receive in the Sacrament of Marriage, and to provide them with a basis for success in their futures together as husband and wife.\u00a0 Contact Krista Gonzalez-Luce at\u00a0kgonzalezluce@mbsptoledo.org<\/a> or\u00a0419-472-2288.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Holy Orders<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When a gentleman feels the call to follow the Lord as Priest in the Catholic Church he should contact Father Philip Smith, our Diocesan Vocation Director, 419-244-6711 or\u00a0psmith@toledodiocese.org<\/a> or\u00a0speak to one of the Parish Priests.\u00a0 If the Permanent Diaconate is of interest to a gentleman he should call Deacon Hal Welch, our Delegate for Deacons at 419-244-6711 or speak to one of the Deacons of the Parish.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Glorify<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Join us for a beautiful Holy Hour as we adore our Lord in the Most Holy Eucharist with praise, prayer, music, and adoration! What a wonderful spiritual activity to do as a family and as a parish! All are welcome \u2013 invite family, friends, and neighbors!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Most Blessed Sacrament Parish School<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The school recognizes the need for collaboration between teachers and parents as the primary educators of their children.\u00a0 We commit ourselves to help each child grow in awareness of God, others and self by providing quality religious and academic experiences.\u00a0These experiences reinforce the Christian values implanted and nurtured at home.\u00a0 Our mission is to educate the whole child spiritually, academically, emotionally, socially and physically.\u00a0 Contact the Principal-Minister Greg Sattler at 419-472-1121 or e-mail him at\u00a0gsattler@mbsptoledo.org<\/a> or\u00a0the Business Manager, Heather Koziarski, at 419-472-2288 or email\u00a0hkoziarski@mbsptoledo.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Parish Mission<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We partner with Saint Catherine of Siena, Saint Clement and Regina Coeli Parishes to present an annual Lenten mission.\u00a0 Contact Kathy Bonfiglio at 419-474-1094 or\u00a0kathybonfiglio@yahoo.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Religious Education<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To pass along the faith and provide sacramental preparation to students in grades 1 through 8, for the future reception of the sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation.\u00a0 Contact the parish office for more information at 419-472-2288 or Joan Klein at\u00a0dklein62@sbcglobal.net<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To welcome all baptized and unbaptized people of all faiths who wish to inquire about the Catholic faith.\u00a0RCIA provides catechesis of the Catholic faith, spiritual guidance and sacramental resolution for the inquirers.\u00a0If after an appropriate time the catechumen or candidate desires to enter the Catholic Church, they will be received, usually at the Easter Vigil, with the appropriate sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist.\u00a0 Contact Deacon Hal Welch for more information at\u00a0juicefamily@bex.net<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Scouts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.\u00a0
The Boy Scouts of America\u00a0<\/strong>will prepare every eligible youth in America to become a responsible, participating citizen and leader who is guided by the Scout Oath and Law.\u00a0 Boy Scouts<\/em>: Josh Bueter 419-708-4977\u00a0or jjbuet2008@yahoo.com<\/a>; Chuck Drabek at 419-475-9718 or\u00a0cdrabekjr@accesstoledo.com<\/a>.\u00a0 Cub Scouts<\/em>: Jeannie Friedel or\u00a0jmfreedly@icloud.com<\/a>
Girl Scouts and Brownies<\/strong>: Building girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place through the Girl Scout Promise and Law; Bethny Pfeiffer at 419-252-0622 or\u00a0pfeiffer1977@yahoo.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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That Man is You (TMIY)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To catechize and develop men into Catholic Christian male leaders of their homes and at work.\u00a0 Contact Chuck Dobson at 734-856-8742 or\u00a0ctdob149@aol.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Theology on Tap<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The objective of RENEW Theology on Tapis to provide an opportunity for Catholic parishes and groups to share the richness of Catholic faith with young adults, and offer a setting where people of similar values and faith can gather in a peer community.\u00a0 Theology on Tap is meant to be an invitation for young adults to learn more about their faith and to share in the Catholic community.\u00a0 Contact Michelle Carey,\u00a0michelle.carey.mc@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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YDisciple<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Most Blessed Sacrament Parish is excited to announce that the YDisciple<\/em> program is now open to parishioners in\u00a0Grades<\/strong>\u00a08-12<\/strong>! This is a great opportunity to be part of our teen program! The program mentors our youth to become stronger disciples through a small group experience.\u00a0Most Blessed Sacrament YDisciple<\/em> is dedicated to assisting the teens of the parish to become disciples of Jesus Christ through discussion, fellowship with other Catholic teens, prayer, and other fun activities.\u00a0Beginning Tuesday October 3, 2017, YDisciple<\/em> will now meet on the 1st Tuesday of each month, 7:00-8:30 pm, in the O\u2019Toole Room. For more information please contact Fran Hurley at (419)290-5272 or\u00a0franhurleymbs@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Youth Board<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To establish a program which includes Christian ideals, fairness, and competitive spirit; which gives direction to coordinators, coaches, players, and other youth leaders; and which provides communication with parents.\u00a0 It also is to raise funding for sport and scouting programs, to keep player fees at a reasonable rate for all who want to participate.\u00a0 Contact Sam Black at 419-290-7584\u00a0orpsychsamiam@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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