Formation and Religious Education
The Formation and Education programs at St. Philip Neri Church are designed to help our youth learn and participate in their faith, grow spiritually and ultimately to support you in raising His disciples in the Catholic Faith. These programs involve our entire faith community with parishioners serving as catechists that enthusiastically give their time and talent to assist our youth as they grow in their faith.
King’s Kids Faith Formation (Kindergarten – Fifth Grade)
This program introduces our children to God in a meaningful way and conveys God’s love by providing an environment that encourages spiritual and developmental growth. Catechists, who model a living faith while providing creative learning experiences, educate children in the teachings and traditions of our Catholic faith while also preparing them for the Sacraments of First Reconciliation and Fist Holy Communion.
Children must complete the First Grade Faith Formation program to enter a sacramental preparation class, with these sacraments then typically celebrated while students are in the Second Grade.
Faith Formation for the 2024-2025 School Year
Our King’s Kids Faith Formation Program meets 3 times a month with a week of rest. There are 4 sessions to choose from: Sunday, 10:00 am – 11:15 am; Monday or Wednesday, 4:30 pm – 5:45 pm; Wednesday, 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm (no kindergarten at this session). Class size will be limited and registration will close when class capacity has been reached. Registration is open from June 1st through August 1st.
As we know, parents are the first and best teachers of the faith for their children. Studies have shown that when parents get involved in the catechizing of their children, they learn and retain more, especially when the teacher is their father. Our primary goal is to provide parents with the support to raise your children in the Catholic faith and to build a family life which is built upon and completely intertwined with with that faith. With this is mind, we hope to work with families to build upon what they are already teaching their children at home.
For additional information, contact Nicole Cumbo, Family Faith Formation Coordinator at familyfaith@saintphilipneri.org or 803-548-7282, Ext 22.
SPRED
SPRED is a program of religious development specifically designed to meet the spiritual needs of persons of all ages with developmental disabilities and intellectual challenges. This program, which brings individuals into communion with Christ and the Church, enables participants to sense His presence in their lives and experience Christ’s love and mercy. Classes are held on the second and fourth Sunday of each month at 9:30 am from October through April. Catechists meet separately before each SPRED session to plan sessions and pray for our SPRED community members. Volunteer opportunities for teens and adults.
For additional information, contact Nicole Cumbo, Family Faith Formation Coordinator at familyfaith@saintphilipneri.org or 803-548-7282, Ext 22.
Vacation Bible School (VBS)
Vacation Bible School provides a fun and faith filled educational opportunity for children of the parish and community. VBS takes place during the mornings of one week every June or July. Children learn faith lessons through hands-on crafts, games, music, skits and creative snacks. Children must be at least four years of age (by September 1st) up through a rising Fifth grader. Volunteer opportunities are available for teens and adults.
For additional information, contact Nicole Cumbo, Family Faith Formation Coordinator at familyfaith@saintphilipneri.org or 803-548-7282, Ext 22.
