Family of Faith (Grades 1-6) Resources 2026-27
"Family of Faith" Resources (Grades 1-6)
2026-27
Next Parent/Student Session (Attend one with your child):
NOVEMBER SESSIONS:
Tuesday, November 3 @ 5PM
Thursday, November 5 @ 5PM
Location: Church
In November, we will all begin in the Church (sign in at the main lobby/front entrance). We will all stay together for a lesson in the Church.\
Link to our 2026-27 Calendar:
Questions? Email us at faithformation@sjecm.org.
Does your child have special needs? Email us for tools, tips and more!
Link to our 2026-27 Calendar:
Questions? Email us at faithformation@sjecm.org.
NOVEMBER 2026
MONTHLY RESOURCES
Looking for Grade-Level guidance to engage your child on their level? Look no further! Click the links below for access to several resources for those participating in our "Family of Faith" program (Grades 1-6).
NOVEMBER 2026 Resources:
NOVEMBER GRADE-LEVEL SUPPORT GUIDE:
This guide will provide you with an overview of the activities in each lesson, grade-level suggestions and more.
CLICK HERE FOR THE NOVEMBER SUPPORT GUIDE
"Words to Know" Matching Activity:Grades 1-2: CLICK HEREGrades 3-6: CLICK HERE
Prayer Card Cut-Outs (Basic Family Prayers):
NOVEMBER GOOGLE FORM:
GRADE-LEVEL MASSES - NOVEMBER
GRADE 3 LEVEL MASS: SUNDAY, 11/15 AT 10AMLevel 1 Activity Sheet (to be handed in when you enter the church): CLICK HERE
From our NOVEMBER Session...
Parent Handout (English) - CLICK HERE
Parent Handout (Spanish) - CLICK HERE
Conscience Family Worksheet (handout) - CLICK HERE
SJE MASS TIMES:
Saturday Vigil: 5PM, 7:30PM (SPANISH)
Sunday: 8AM, 10AM*, 12Noon, 6PM
*At the 10AM Mass we have a Children's Liturgy of the Word, where children are invited to move to the auditorium for the readings, a homily and prayers of the faithful on their level following the opening prayer. They return for the Liturgy of the Eucharist. (There are some Sundays when, instead of leaving, the children may stay in the church and the priest will call the children forward for a homily that will be geared toward them).
*At the 10AM Mass we have a Children's Liturgy of the Word, where children are invited to move to the auditorium for the readings, a homily and prayers of the faithful on their level following the opening prayer. They return for the Liturgy of the Eucharist. (There are some Sundays when, instead of leaving, the children may stay in the church and the priest will call the children forward for a homily that will be geared toward them).
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October 2026
GETTING STARTED:
We know our "Family of Faith" program may be a new model for some families. We want you to feel comfortable with the material and to succeed in growing in the faith as a family. To that end, please look over the materials below that are designed to assist you in our "Family of Faith" program.
CLICK HERE to view our practical guide to getting started in the Family of Faith program.
MONTHLY RESOURCES
Looking for Grade-Level guidance to engage your child on their level? Look no further! Click the links below for access to several resources for those participating in our "Family of Faith" program (Grades 1-6).
OCTOBER 2026 Resources:
OCTOBER GRADE-LEVEL SUPPORT GUIDE:
This guide will provide you with an overview of the activities in each lesson, grade-level suggestions and more.
CLICK HERE FOR THE OCTOBER SUPPORT GUIDE
"Words to Know" Matching Activity:Grades 1-2: CLICK HEREGrades 3-6: CLICK HERE
Prayer Card Cut-Outs (Basic Family Prayers):
OCTOBER GOOGLE FORM:
GRADE-LEVEL MASSES - OCTOBER
GRADE 1 LEVEL MASS: SUNDAY, 10/4 AT 10AMLevel 1 Activity Sheet (to be handed in when you enter the church): CLICK HERE
GRADE 2 LEVEL MASS: SUNDAY, 10/18 AT 10AMLevel 2 Activity Sheet (to be handed in when you enter the church): CLICK HERE
From our OCTOBER Session...
Parent Handout (English) - CLICK HERE
Parent Handout (Spanish) - CLICK HERE
CHILDREN'S VIDEO:
THE 10 COMMANDMENTS & THE BEATITUDES
SJE MASS TIMES:
Saturday Vigil: 5PM, 7:30PM (SPANISH)
Sunday: 8AM, 10AM*, 12Noon, 6PM
*At the 10AM Mass we have a Children's Liturgy of the Word, where children are invited to move to the auditorium for the readings, a homily and prayers of the faithful on their level following the opening prayer. They return for the Liturgy of the Eucharist. (There are some Sundays when, instead of leaving, the children may stay in the church and the priest will call the children forward for a homily that will be geared toward them).
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SEPTEMBER 2026
Welcome Back! (And welcome to our new families!)
Below are some resources for September to help get you started in our "Family of Faith" program for Grades 1-6!
Opening Prayer Service Booklet: CLICK HERE
"GOD IS!" VIDEO
(VBC 2026 THEME SONG)
Basic Family Prayers
Print out this two-page sheet (cardstock would be great) and have the children cut out each prayer. Put them in your family prayer corner so the children can easily access them and practice these important Catholic prayers.
Please click the link below to access our Basic Family Prayers:
BASIC FAMILY PRAYERS
Introduction Video: The Domestic Church
Below is a short video that Sophia Institute has recommended about the family as the Domestic Church. To learn more, see the video below:
GOOGLE DOC FOR OCTOBER: COMING SOON!
SJE MASS TIMES:
Saturday Vigil: 5PM, 7:30PM (SPANISH)
Sunday: 8AM, 10AM*, 12Noon, 6PM
*At the 10AM Mass we have a Children's Liturgy of the Word, where children are invited to move to the auditorium for the readings, a homily and prayers of the faithful on their level following the opening prayer. They return for the Liturgy of the Eucharist. (There are some Sundays when, instead of leaving, the children may stay in the church and the priest will call the children forward for a homily that will be geared toward them).
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