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14611 S. Keeler Ave.
Midlothian, IL 60445 (directions) Phone: 708-388-4040 Email: info@stchrisre.org |
General Information St. Christopher Religious Education program is targeted for grades 1-8. A summary of our curriculum is given below: Grades 1-5
Grades 1 to 6 meet on Wednesday, at least three times a month from 4:30 to 6:00. Through the use o study, prayer and rituals, students are offered a curriculum that encourages them to live as faithful and active disciples of Jesus Christ. Once a month we gather together for prayer in the church to pray as a community using various liturgical celebrations. Parents are encouraged to attend these celebrations. Grade 6
6th grade students meet on Wednesday, at least three times a month from 4:30 to 6:00. Our 6th grade curriculum places a heavy concentration on the study of the Old Testament. The students learn about numerous events and people who were called by God to serve the needs of God’s people. Through these examples the students are encouraged to become more aware of how God has called each of them. Once a month these students join the younger children at our liturgical celebrations. Parents are encouraged to attend. Grade 7
7th grade students meet on Monday, at least three times a month from 6:30 to 8:00. Our 7th grade curriculum focuses on the life and ministry of Jesus Christ through the study of the New Testament. "These students will learn the historical development of Jesus' ministry as well as the role disciples had throughout their travels with Jesus. The class will focus on the development of how the students live as disciples of Jesus. Grade 8
8th grade students meet on Monday, at least three times a month from 6:30 to 8:00. Students will also meet once a month on Thursday from 4:45 to 6:45 for retreat experience with the students from the school. Our 8th grade curriculum focuses on study and preparation for reception of the Sacrament of Confirmation and the development of their role as disciples of Christ. After the reception of the sacrament the students will become more involved in the study of Catholic Social Teaching. Journey In Faith
The Journey In Faith Program is a special program that meets twice a month on Sunday mornings. We begin the session by attending 9:30 mass. This program is designed for children ages 6 to 14 who have not received the sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation or Eucharist. Our Journey In Faith Program concentrates on faith development, prayer, and the beliefs and practices in the traditions of the Catholic Church. Students enrolled in the Journey In Faith Program must also be enrolled in the Religious Education Program or attend the day school at St. Christopher to continue to expand and develop as they gain a greater awareness of how Christ is present in their lives. |
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