Contact: Vivian Gilbreth
Phone: 816-931-0187
Adult Faith Formation
The Team provides the community faith formation that draws from the scriptural, doctrinal and liturgical treasures of the Church. The Christian Formation Team plans and assesses ways to help form the St. James Community in its essential identity as baptized followers Formation covers ongoing formation for adults, catechists and sacramental preparation for youth and children. The Team provides the com that draws from the scriptural, doctrinal and liturgical treasures of the church.
On the 3rd Sunday of the month, the parish is invited to gather in Marian Hall for a light lunch followed by a speaker and lively discussion.
Children’s Liturgy of the Word
From September through May, children are invited to come forward right after the Opening Prayer so they can be formally dismissed for the Children’s Liturgy of the Word where they study the Sunday’s readings at their own level. All children present for Mass are welcome, including visitors. Parents, teachers and teen helpers who would like to help with this ministry are invited to contact the Office by phone or email.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (R.C.I.A.) is a formal process by which parishioners journey along with those interested in learning Church. This is a great opportunity for faith sharing and evangelization for everyone.
http://www.usccb.org/beliefs-and-teachings/who-we-teach/rite-of-christian-initiation-of-adults/