Families & Children
A clearer doorway for parents: children’s formation, youth ministry, sacramental preparation, and the ordinary work of helping a household grow in faith.
Formation for younger parishioners
These are the parish paths that currently serve children, teens, and families. The practical details can live here and remain editable through the CMS.
- Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Our Lady of the Valley A Montessori-based program for children aged 3–6, held Tuesday mornings from September through April at Our Lady of the Valley.
- Children's Liturgy Our Lady of the Valley During the Sunday 10:30 AM Mass at Our Lady of the Valley, children process to a meeting room to hear the Sunday readings and explore their meaning at their own level.
- Faith Formation for Children St. James Our catechism program for children not enrolled at St.
- Youth Ministry Our Lady of the Valley High school students are called to love God, serve others, and be themselves.
Family calendar
Upcoming events that may matter to children, teens, parents, or school families.
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St. James
Knights of Columbus Pancake Breakfast
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Our Lady of the Valley
Vacation Bible School
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St. Benedict's
Parish Photo Sessions: St. Benedict's
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St. James
Parish Photo Sessions: St. James
Ask about family formation
Send a short note about children, youth, sacramental preparation, or where your family should begin.
Handled by Parish life lead
Resources for families
A few trusted places to keep learning and praying at home.
- HallowHallow
Guided Catholic prayer, meditations, music, and daily routines.
- FormedFormed
Catholic videos, studies, films, and formation resources for households and small groups.
- AscensionAscension
Catholic Bible studies, podcasts, and catechetical resources.
- Dynamic CatholicDynamic Catholic
Practical Catholic formation resources for prayer, habits, and parish life.