Currently, St. Philip does not offer a formal preschool formation program. However, there are many simple and life-giving practices families can participate in as The Domestic Church, to help form preschool age children in the Catholic faith. We are here to support you!
1. If you don't already do so, pray daily with your child. Here are some suggestions...
For parents of Kindergarten and First Graders these are wonderful years for your child in their growing faith. Families are the domestic church, where all learning has taken place since birth. You chose the Catholic faith for your child at Baptism, and have modeled your faith by praying and attending Mass with them.
For families that would like to meet together to learn more how you can foster your child's faith, we will meet together, as a family, on Tuesday afternoons from 5:15-6:15PM in St. Joseph's Hall.
Online enrollment is open with limited spots.
Dates for the 2022-23 school year:
Sept. 13, 20, 27
Oct. 4, 18, 25
Nov. 8, 15, 29
Dec. 13
Jan. 10, 24, 31
Feb. 7, 28
March 7, 21, 28
April 18, 25
May 2, 9, 16
Since enrollment is free this school year, please bring these basic supplies when you come to class:
A second grader who has been baptized in the Catholic Church and is seven or older will prepare for First Penance/First Communion. Please click on First Communion to read about this preparation process and to enroll your child. Enrollment is free this year.
Please note: if your 2nd grader is your only child, the only formation classes you’ll attend for the year are the sacramental preparation classes found on the First Communion page.
2022-23 School Year- Online enrollment is open.
These classes are for children, 3rd-5th grades, who have received the sacraments of Confession and Communion.
Grades 3rd-5th will meet on Mondays from 5:15-6:15 and 6:30-7:30 and on Wednesdays from 5:15-6:15 and 7:15-8:15.
You will choose one day/time per child. We will be back in the classroom for this school year. If you'd like to volunteer to be a teacher or teacher's assistant, please contact Bernadette at [email protected]
Monday, 5:15-6:15 PM and 6:30-7:30
Sept. 12, 19, 26
Oct. 3, 17, 24
Nov. 7, 14, 28
Dec. 12
Jan. 9, 23, 30
Feb. 6, 13, 27
March 6, 20, 27
April 17, 24
May 1, 8, 15
Wednesday, 5:15-6:15 PM and 7:15-8:15
Sept. 14, 21, 28
Oct. 5, 19, 26
Nov. 9, 16, 30
Dec. 14
Jan. 11, 25
Feb. 1, 8, 15
March 1, 8, 22, 29
April 19, 26
May 3, 10, 17
Enrollment is free this year, so please provide these basic supplies for your child. They need to bring these back and forth for every class.
Pencils
Spiral Notebook
Crayons
Markers
Scissors
Catholic Bible (suggested: New Catholic Picture Bible by Rev. Lawrence Lovasik) but any Catholic Bible will work.
If your family would like to enroll in Home Study/Online Formation, then please read about the various online options we support this year.
Every family should be:
The Mass is the most important and sacred act of worship in the Catholic Church. Going to Mass is the only way a Catholic can fulfill the Third Commandment to keep holy the Sabbath day and the only regular opportunity to receive the Holy Eucharist which is "the source and summit of the Christian life" (Catechism of the Catholic Church , 1324).
The Mass incorporates the Bible (Sacred Scripture), prayer, sacrifice, hymns, symbols, gestures, the Eucharist, and directions on how to live a Catholic life.
For K-6th families who would like their children to receive Formation exclusively at home during the 2021-2022 school year, we have various options to consider. For families who enjoy workbook learning, consider a Workbook Curriculum. For families who like online learning, Online Programs may be a good option for you. For families who enjoy reading and sharing, consider doing a Book Study (or even a few!) by reading good spiritual books throughout the course of the school year. Options for each of these learning styles are listed below. If you have any questions regarding these recommendations, please reach out to Kim Carr for help and support.
[Workbook Curriculum]
[Online Programs]
3rd-4th Book Recommendations: A Picture of God, 3 in 1 by Joanne Marxhausen, My Path to Heaven by Geoffrey Bliss, Shadow in the Dark by Antony Barone Kolene, Shh...God is in the Silence by Fiona Basile, The Adventures of Nick and Sam Series
Volunteers- 2022-23 School Year
Elementary, 3rd-5th grades, sessions require the help of a core group of adult and teen volunteers. If you're interested in helping, here are the different roles you can serve in...
INTERESTED IN SERVING in Elementary Formation?
- Teachers (Catechists): Two teachers in each classroom are needed to teach a weekly lesson. Training and all materials are provided. No previous experience required, but being a practicing Catholic and a love of the Catholic faith.
- Greeting Team: Welcome the children with a friendly face and warm ‘hello!’ You will keep attendance, monitor the restrooms and help with clean up.
All Are Welcome
We realize that all children learn differently, and that all children have their own individual needs. If your child needs special assistance of any kind, please make us aware of those needs. By sharing this information, we can then modify class material, recruit additional aides, or advise the catechist of your child's learning differences. Please contact Kim Carr for more information.
Preparing for the Sacraments?
See the First Communion page for more information.
Safe Environment Policies
Anyone having contact with our children and youth in Formation is required to fulfill the Diocese of Fort Worth's Safe Environment program. This includes a Volunteer Ministry Application with references, a criminal background check, and attendance of a Safe Environment Awareness Session. After the initial session, volunteers must attend a renewal session every two years. Visit our Safe Environment page for more information.