CTK Religious Education

Overview of Religious Education at CTK: Our Christ the King religious education and formation programs for children and adults are underway for 2007-2008, and we want to encourage you to get the word out to anyone you know who might benefit from participation. Although pre-registration for some programs concluded weeks ago, there is often room for more. Some of our programs may require that participating families be registered in our parish.

3-6 Year Olds: The Atrium is our program for 3-6 year-olds. With a choice of 4 daytime sessions each week, this learning environment incorporates the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. Feedback from participating families has been very positive. The classes meet in Room 1 of the Parish Center.

First Penance and Eucharist: All children of the parish who wish to receive first Penance or Eucharist this year need to be registered as candidates right away. For those not receiving sacramental preparation in a Catholic School or in home study, we offer a comprehensive Wednesday night program. Most of the children enrolled are in second grade, but a third-grader would fit right in. This class meets in the Parish Center.

Grades 3-6: Children in grades 3, 4, 5 and 6 are invited to our Wednesday night classes where they will enjoy the support of their peers while exploring the doctrines of our Faith in a program tailored to their growing abilities. Some families who home-school for academic subjects find our parish-sponsored religious education classes are the perfect complement to their parental catechesis. Classes for Grades 3, 4, 5 and 6 in the Parish Center.

Confirmation (Grade 7): Preparation for Confirmation begins in grade 7 at Christ the King. Every young person of the parish wishing to be confirmed this year needs to register right away. This class meets Wednesday nights; this year it will be meeting in the Parish Center Gym.

High School: For those of high school age, Life Teen is the place to be. This large and successful program is helping young men and women meet the challenges of being a Catholic Christian in today’s world. Sunday night is Mass and catechesis, while Tuesday night is the weekly teen prayer meeting. Click here for more information

Young Adults: Young adults are encouraged to participate in the regularly scheduled young adult events announced in the parish bulletin.

Adult Formation: All adults can find something suited to their ongoing formation needs in the many programs sponsored by Christ the King. With Bible studies, retreats, prayer meetings (2nd and 4th Fridays - all ages are welcome), Holy Spirit seminars and small groups to choose from, there are often several opportunities each week for joining with fellow parishioners to deepen our relationship with the Lord. Wednesday nights are a regular time for adult education. Watch the bulletin for details of brand-new offerings based upon the results of our Adult Education Survey.

Becoming Catholic(RCIA): Finally, anyone young or old with an interest in exploring the Catholic faith, becoming Catholic or completing their Sacraments of Initiation is welcome to participate in our Inquiry program and the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (including a special child-friendly adaptation). Click here for more information

For information about how to sign-up for any of our programs, please contact Becky Benjamin in the parish office at 734-663-2388 or bbenjamin@rc.net.

Religious Education at Christ the King Overview of Religious Education at CTK: Our Christ the King religious education and formation programs for children and adults are underway for 2007-2008, and we want to encourage you to get the word out to anyone you know who might benefit from participation. Although pre-registration for some programs concluded weeks ago, there is often room for more. Some of our programs may require that participating families be registered in our parish. 3-6 Year Olds: The Atrium is our program for 3-6 year-olds. With a choice of 4 daytime sessions each week, this learning environment incorporates the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. Feedback from participating families has been very positive. The classes meet in Room 1 of the Parish Center. First Penance and Eucharist: All children of the parish who wish to receive first Penance or Eucharist this year need to be registered as candidates right away. For those not receiving sacramental preparation in a Catholic School or in home study, we offer a comprehensive Wednesday night program. Most of the children enrolled are in second grade, but a third-grader would fit right in. This class meets in the Parish Center. Grades 3-6: Children in grades 3, 4, 5 and 6 are invited to our Wednesday night classes where they will enjoy the support of their peers while exploring the doctrines of our Faith in a program tailored to their growing abilities. Some families who home-school for academic subjects find our parish-sponsored religious education classes are the perfect complement to their parental catechesis. Classes for Grades 3, 4, 5 and 6 in the Parish Center. Confirmation (Grade 7): Preparation for Confirmation begins in grade 7 at Christ the King. Every young person of the parish wishing to be confirmed this year needs to register right away. This class meets Wednesday nights; this year it will be meeting in the Parish Center Gym. High School: For those of high school age, Life Teen is the place to be. This large and successful program is helping young men and women meet the challenges of being a Catholic Christian in today’s world. Sunday night is Mass and catechesis, while Tuesday night is the weekly teen prayer meeting. Click here for more information Young Adults: Young adults are encouraged to participate in the regularly scheduled young adult events announced in the parish bulletin. Adult Formation: All adults can find something suited to their ongoing formation needs in the many programs sponsored by Christ the King. With Bible studies, retreats, prayer meetings (2nd and 4th Fridays - all ages are welcome), Holy Spirit seminars and small groups to choose from, there are often several opportunities each week for joining with fellow parishioners to deepen our relationship with the Lord. Wednesday nights are a regular time for adult education. Watch the bulletin for details of brand-new offerings based upon the results of our Adult Education Survey. Becoming Catholic(RCIA): Finally, anyone young or old with an interest in exploring the Catholic faith, becoming Catholic or completing their Sacraments of Initiation is welcome to participate in our Inquiry program and the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (including a special child-friendly adaptation). Click here for more information For information about how to sign-up for any of our programs, please contact Becky Benjamin in the parish office at 734-663-2388 or bbenjamin@rc.net.	Schedule for Wednesday evenings (Grades 2-6, Confirmation, Adult Formation) Wednesday evenings at CTK are devoted to Elementary Religious Education and Confirmation prep. In addition, an Adult Formation ministry will regularly offer classes. Classes meet on Wednesdays from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., except as noted. Confessions are also available in the Church from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. when Religious Education classes are meeting. Below are the key dates for the 2007-2008 school year. September 12, 2007: Mass for parents of First Penance/Communion candidates, 7:30 p.m. September 19: Mass for parents and sponsors of Confirmation candidates, 7:30 p.m. September 26: First class, grades 2-6 October 3: First class, Confirmation November 21: Thanksgiving Recess, no class December 26: Christmas Recess, no class January 2, 2008: Christmas Recess, no class Saturday, January 19: First Penance following 9:00 a.m. Mass January 23: Confirmation only, no class February 6: Ash Wednesday, no class March 12: Parish Mission, no class March 19: Holy Week, no class Easter Sunday, March 23: First Communions at the 11:15 a.m. Mass March 26: Easter Week, no class April 30: Final class for Grades 2-6 Saturday, May 17: Confirmation Retreat Tuesday, May 20: 7 p.m. Confirmation Mass Religious Education Contact Information Please pray for the team members and the people they serve. Becky Benjamin, Liturgy/Religious Education Coordinator 734-663-2388 bbenjamin@rc.net Ann Kopinski, Coordinator of Liturgy of the Word with Children kopinski@rc.net Angie Schubert and Emily Allis, Atrium Coordinators [age 3-6] 734-464-4501 (Angie) or 734-482-5866 (Emily) Diane Wagner, Confirmation Coordinator diane@rc.net Brad Schmidt, Youth Minister bschmidt@emich.edu Tony & Carrie Zahm, Young Adult Ministry zahmfamily@rc.net Jack Flanagan, Chairman of Education Commission jack_flanagan@hotmail.com