Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church - Catechism Handbook 2021-2022
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Our Lady of the Assumption
Catholic Church
Catechism Handbook
2021-2022
Catechism
Program
Contact
Information
Parish
Administrator
Ashley Hendrex
209-634-2222
Ext 311
ahendrex@olassu Catechism Coordinator
mption.net
Anna Vierra
209-634-2222
Ext. 307
Pastor avierra@olassumption.net
Father Manuel
Fontes Sousa
Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church
Physical Address:
209-648-0442 2602 S. Walnut Rd. Turlock, CA
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 2030 Turlock, CA 95381
Phone Number: 209-634-2222
Fax: 209-634-2366
A Message
from your
Catechism
Program
Dear Parents,
There is so much pressure put on us as a church community to do what is right in
the midst of all the evil. As parents, we must do what is right for our families and
what our church teachings show us to do.
As we begin this Catechism Year, know that all decisions that are made as a
parish, diocese, and as a strong community of faith are not taken lightly. We, as a
parish community, along with the catechism teachers will be working hard to
have a safe, engaging, and loving learning environment for your children. We ask
that you continue to support our parish and your children’s catechism teachers as
we move through these difficult times knowing that we will prevail.
We commend you for saying “Yes” to keeping Christ centered in your children’s
lives. Please make sure to read and look through the entire Handbook as it will
have information for all classes, catechism dates, guideline information and
contact information.
Please be gentle, and understand that our Catechists are on this journey for your
children and following guidelines presented to them. We ask that you
communicate any issues to Catechism Program leaders and teachers as well as
checking emails from the Catechists to stay informed of class activities and church
updates. We also ask that you communicate with us and expose or positive
COVID cases within your family so that proper procedures can take place.
Praying that you and your family stay healthy and safe during these times!
With much Love and Blessings,
OLA Catechism Program
Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church
September
8 Teacher Orientation
Catechism
15
22
Teacher Orientation
Teacher Orientation
Calendar 2021-2022
29 First Day of CCD Class#1
February
2 Class #16 3rd Grade
October
9 Class #17 2nd Grade
6 Class #2 6th Grade
16 No Class- Presidents Holiday
13 Class #3 and Safety Lessons 5th Grade A
23 Class #18 1st Grade A
20 Class #4 5th Grade B
26 First Reconciliation & Retreat
27 Class #5 4th Grade A
March
November
2 Class #19- Ash Wednesday 1st Grade B
3 Class #6 4th Grade B
9 Class #20 & Reconciliation 3rd-6th
10 Class #7 3rd Grade 6th Grade
grade
17 Class #8 2nd Grade 16 Class #21 5th Grade A
24 No Class- Thanksgiving Holiday 19 6th Grade Retreat
December 20 6th Grade Profession of Faith
(9:30Mass)
1 Class #9 & Reconciliation 3rd - 6th
Grade 1st Grade A 23 Class #22 5th Grade B
8 Class #10 1st Grade B 30 Class #23 4th Grade A
April
15 Class #11 6th Grade
6 Class #24 4th Grade B
22 No Class- Christmas Holiday
13 No Class- Easter Holiday
29 No Class- Christmas Holiday
20 No Class- Easter Holiday
January
27 Class #25 3rd Grade
2 11AM Mass Epiphany of the Lord
May
5 Class #12 5th Grade A
4 Class #26 & First Communion
12 Class #13 5th Grade B Rehearsal 1st Grade A
7 First Communion
19 Class #14 4th Grade A
11 End of the Year Celebration & VBS
26 Class #15 4th Grade B
Registration 1st Grade B
MISSION The Religious Education Program, through the leadership of the Pastor and dedicated volunteers, continues the mission of Jesus Christ to preach and teach, to celebrate and to serve so that God’s kingdom may come in its fullness. Our mission is to encourage and aid each family in developing an active faith by providing instruction, and enabling each member to live the doctrines of the Catholic Tradition. GOAL To promote and encourage: - Proclamation of the Good News as revealed through Jesus, - the Christ Worship of God through private and liturgical prayer - Service to the Christian and entire world community - Parents in their role as primary catechists of their children PHILOSOPHY Our Catechism Program is structured to provide catechetical instruction in the Catholic faith to all parish children. Parents, by word and example, teach their children from birth throughout life. At Baptism, the parent undertakes the responsibility of providing for their child’s Christian formation. The Catechism Staff is here to assist parents in the spiritual formation and ongoing moral development of their child through a formal program of continuous religious education. In our program, we seek to provide the catechesis and skills for each child to grow and mature in understanding, positive attitudes, and faithful practice of the Catholic faith. We hope to deepen the faith and sense of belonging to the Catholic Church in our children, so that they will be moved to share their time, talent and treasure in the life of the Church, now and throughout their lives. We strive to assist children in committing themselves to a personal relationship with God characterized by a vigorous sacramental life, a lifelong pattern of prayer, Christian service, and growth in their understanding of the Catholic faith. This process is achieved with the collaborative efforts of our parish staff, catechists, parents, and students. Committed to this active partnership between parish staff and families, we place our efforts with confidence in God’s loving hands and relying on Our Lady’s intercession.
Catechism
Program
Expectations
1
Your child’s faith formation must be a top priority for your family.
There will not be absence exceptions for sports, recreational and
competitive activities.
2
Catechism classes are from 6 PM- 7:45 PM on Wednesdays.
Class attendance includes Mass participation.
More than 3 absences per year will be monitored. Exceeding this
3
amount may result in not moving forward in the program or
reception of sacraments due to a lack of preparation. Classes
cannot be made up, so please make sure that you child
participates in each class.
When your child is enrolled in a year where they receive the
4 Sacraments for the first time, required events are mandatory and
may not be excused or made up. Lack of attendance may result in
repeating the year. If the Parish must change the required dates,
families will be notified in adequate time.Catechism
Guidelines for
teachers, parent
helpers, and
children
Children, Parents/Guardians, and OLA Staff/Catechist must wear a
mask indoors regardless of Vaccination status. If a child forgot their
1 mask, there will be some available. Please note that Bandanas,
gaiters, and similar masks are not allowed.
Face shields are allowed.
2
Physical distancing inside the classrooms are recommended.
Teachers will work the best they can with what is available in the
classroom.
Seating charts are highly encouraged in the classroom. This will
3 assist the church office when contact tracing is needed if there was
a positive case or possible exposure in the classroom.
Hygiene: children will have access to hand sanitizer as they enter
4 and leave the classroom. Limited sharing of items inside the
classroom along with plenty of cleaning and disinfecting of items
and classroom.
Food and Drinks: At this time food and drinks inside the classroom
5 are prohibited or limited- food and drinks at any point, should not
be shared.
Outdoor Class: If a teacher decides to take the class outside for
6 any lesson or activity, Masks are optional but social distancing must
take place. Outside gatherings are encouraged if whether is
permitted.Exposure
Guidelines
PARENTS MUST NOTIFY THE CATECHISM DIRECTOR AND THEIR
1 CHILD’S CATECHISM TEACHER IF THERE IS A POSITIVE CASE OR
EXPOSURE FROM SCHOOL OR OTHER LOCATIONS!
PLEASE DO NOT DELAY THE NOTIFICATION!
2 Once we are notified, we will look into the seating chart and start
the contact tracing.
Students that are exposed from a positive COVID or exposure from
3 other children will be notified by the church office. A letter will also
be emailed with information and instructions.
Quarantine for 10 days is required.
4 During this time, please stay in contact with your catechism
teacher so that your child get the lesson(s) for the weeks they miss
due to the quarantine.
5 Child is able to return after the 10 days if there are not symptoms
or tested positive.
Absences due to approved quarantines are not count against your child’s
overall attendance. These must be approved quarantines as we do not
want families to take advantage of the fact that this is an excusable cause.First
Grade 1A 1B
Catechism Teacher: Catechism Teacher:
Kristen Alves and Rachel Parson
Kevin Borba
Room:
Room: Game Room
Church Cry Room
Phone Number:
Phone Number:
Kristen: 209-585-8114 619-319-0262
Kevin: 209-262-8523
Email Address:
Email Address: rachel@platinumstaffs.com
kristenmalves@gmail.com
Catechism Teacher:
Melissa Meneses and Tiffany Pimentel
Room:
Hall (In front of Stage)
Phone Number:
Melissa: 806-922-1214
Tiffany: 209-648-5361
Email Address:
2ndgradeola@gmail.com
Second First Reconciliation
Grade and CommunionThird
Grade Catechism Teacher:
Allyson McCandless
Room:
Snack Bar
Phone Number:
209-620-4777
Email Address:
ola3rdgradecatechism@gmail.com
4A Catechism Teacher: 4B Catechism Teacher:
Kevin Alves and Connie Sousa and
Tabitha Alves-Lima Megan Punt
Phone Number: Room:
209-495-1335 5
Email Address: Phone Number:
ola4thgrade@aol.com Punt: 209-587-0758
Sousa: 209-620-3474
Room:
4 Email Address:
Fourth mpunt84@gmail.com
conaul@yahoo.com
GradeFifth
Grade 5A 5B
Catechism Teacher:
Catechism Teacher: Dora Lopes
Connie Cole
Room:
Room: 6
7
Phone Number:
Phone Number: 209-986-6814
209-648-3874
Email Address:
Email Address: darosa79@yahoo.com
mikeconniecole@sbcglobal.net
Catechism Teacher:
Fatima Gioletti
Room:
8
Phone Number:
209-535-7153
Email Address:
fgioletti@sbcglobal.net
Sixth
Grade Profession of FaithRCIC Rite of Christian
Initiation of Children
Catechism Teacher:
Rosemary Hughes and
Yolanda Aldama
Room:
1B- Stage Classroom
Phone Number:
209-505-5646
Email Address:
rcic4ola@gmail.com
Online
Resources
Church Website:
http://olassumption.net
Daily Livestreamed Mass:
https://livestream.com/accounts/9487286
Catechism Page:
http://olassumption.net/programs-groups/ccd-catechism/You can also read
