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Children's Faith Formation
"In the family, faith is handed on together with life, generation after generation.
It is shared like food at the family table and like the love in our hearts.
In this way, families become privileged places in which to encounter Jesus,
who loves us and desires our good, always."
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First Communion (Grades 1 - 2)
In this program children prepare to receive Jesus in the Eucharist for the very first time and encounter him in the healing Sacrament of Reconciliation.
CFF (Grades 3 - 6)
This program runs October-May and we meet every Sunday and gives students a hands-on experience to develop a love and knowledge for God’s Word and his church.
Youth Confirmation (Grades 7 - 8+)
Preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation is a two-year journey. This process typically begins in 7th grade; however, there is flexibility, so we encourage students to journey at their own pace.
Children's Liturgy of the Word
Children's Liturgy of the Word (CLOW) is a ministry which brings the message of the Gospel to children and families in their own words. Children (ages Pre-K through Grade 4) meet with two adult leaders during the Liturgy of the Word at the 10 am Mass on most Sundays. Please see the 1st Communion & CFF Calendar below for CLOW dates.Becoming a Catechist
Our Children's Faith Formation programs meet most Sundays after Mass from September to May.
1st Communion & CFF Calendar
Confirmation Calendar
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CalendarApril 2026
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Sunday, April 12, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
For families with children in grades K-4: Join us for CLOW, which takes place during the 10 am Mass at the Liturgy of the Word! Learn what's happening in the Mass in our own words and enjoy fun activities that connect to the Sunday readings.Read More -
Sunday, April 12, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
If you are enrolled in the Children's Faith Formation program, please join for playtime and a snack and on USF Welch Field after Mass and then class at 11:30 am. First Communion Year One meets in the Blue Room in the church. First Communion Year Two meets in the Good Shepherd in the church. CFF (grades 3-6) meet in Cowell Hall on the 4th floor.Read More
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Sunday, April 19, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
If you are enrolled in the Children's Faith Formation program, please join for playtime and a snack and on USF Welch Field after Mass and then class at 11:30 am. First Communion Year One meets in the Blue Room in the church. First Communion Year Two meets in the Good Shepherd in the church. CFF (grades 3-6) meet in Cowell Hall on the 4th floor.Read More
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Sunday, April 26, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
For families with children in grades K-4: Join us for CLOW, which takes place during the 10 am Mass at the Liturgy of the Word! Learn what's happening in the Mass in our own words and enjoy fun activities that connect to the Sunday readings.Read More
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Core Principles
Love God - Using the Loyola Press Finding God curriculum, our classes engage students' hearts, minds, and souls as they come to grow in a relationship with God.
Serve others - Integrating Catholic teaching into daily life means living as disciples who seek to serve. Families will have the opportunity to participate in service throughout the year.
Be yourself - Children will be given the tools for prayer to uncover who they are called to be as a child of God.
Children’s Faith Formation is for children between the ages of 6 and 15 who would like to learn more about their Catholic faith and/or prepare for their sacraments. Volunteer catechists accompany our youth during preparation for the Sacraments of Reconciliation, First Holy Communion, and Confirmation.
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Contact Us
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Rosie Costarcosta2usfca.eduChildren's Faith Formation Coordinator
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