Children & Family

Helping Children and Families Grow in their Faith.

We strive create many unique events throughout the year designed to teach our children—through the witness of our adults—about the love of God, while making sure fun is had by all. Events like Raising Saints, our MaryFair picnic, and more. Plus all the other regular activities described below.

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Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS)

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) is a religious education program for children based on based on scripture, liturgy, and the educational philosophy of Maria Montessori.
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Vacation Bible School (VBS)

For one week in June, we offer music, games, crafts, and faith lessons for Preschool through 8th grade. VBS is also a great opportunity for service work for older youth.
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Nursery

Childcare is offered during every 10:30 a.m. Sunday Mass, plus special events. We have a baby & toddlers room (up to 2 years) and a children’s room (2-4 years)
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Mothers of Young Children

Meets the 2nd Tuesday each month for an activity or speaker relevant to raising Catholic families. Childcare w/ reservation.
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Young Families

From summer playdates to backyard parties to kid-free holy hours, we offer many activities meeting other families.
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Volunteer Opportunities

A parish as large and active as the Church of Saint Mary relies on its many parishioners to help in all kinds of ways. We invite you to explore all the volunteer opportunities we offer.
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Join Our Parish

We invite you to join our active parish for Mass, and to explore all we have to offer to help you and your family to help you grow closer to God. 
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Becoming Catholic (OCIA)

If you’re interested in becoming Catholic, or just want to learn more about the faith, our Emmaus program is perfect for you. And we’d love to meet you and talk more.
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