• Faith 4 Life

• High School

• Sacraments

  • Baptism

  • First Reconciliation

  • First Eucharist

  • Confirmation

• R.C.I.A.

Faith 4 Life are held on Sunday morning at 10:30 a.m. in the parish hall.  Sessions are for all ages, but parents must attend with children.

Sessions for parents and children K-8 start this Sunday (September 23rd) at 10:30 a.m. in the parish hall.  Upcoming classes - see below.

Faith 4 Life sessions are held on Sunday morning at 10:30 a.m. in the parish hall.
Sessions are for all ages, but parents/adult must attend with children.

High School classes start this weekend.  We will meet in the St. Pius X hall from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.  Next high school class - December 9th from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. at the Cathedral.

High School Confirmation registration forms were mailed this past week.  If you didn't receive one please contact Bobbie Jo at 542-4264.  They are also available in the church foyer.

High School Faith classes start in the 9th grade.  They receive 2 credits for each session they complete.  Sessions are held on Sunday's from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 

 Jan. 27  Youth Festival @ CSU Pueblo ~ All high school teens to attend.  

Our high school youth ministry program is a credit value process.  Prior to entering into the
Confirmation Preparation process our high school teens are to complete 8 credit points. & be
actively involved in the parish life & ministry program.

Credit Value Process

Sunday afternoon sessions:  2 credits per session

Baptism

Baptism retreats are from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. on the following dates:

• January 19, 2008

• April 26, 2008

If you have a child under the age of seven who needs to be baptized, we invite you to attend our next preparation class on October 20th from 12:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the parish hall.  Baptism packets can be picked up at the parish office.

First Reconciliation

• Sacrament Celebration Dec. 1^st  at 1:00 am

Children who are preparing for their 1st Reconciliation are invited to attend this Reconciliation Retreat along with their parents on Saturday, November 17 from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.  If you have questions please call Bobbie Jo at 542-4264.

First Eucharist

Retreat Day is April 28, 2007 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the parish hall.  Sacrament celebration is May 6, 2007 at 9:00 a.m.

• Parent & Student Night ~ February 25 at  6:30 p.m.

• Retreat ~ April 12 at 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

• Sacrament Celebration April 27 at 9:00 am

Confirmation

High School teens are to complete 8 credits before entering the confirmation process.  Candidates must be 16 years old to receive the sacrament.

Confirmation requirements:  To be eligible to begin the Confirmation program all high school teens must have completed 8 credits from the high school faith formation and been actively involved in a parish life & ministry the two years prior.  They must be at least 16 years old and attend all the above sessions.

Role of the Sponsor

Each candidate, with the help of his or her parents, is responsible for choosing a sponsor.  It is recommended that, if possible, the baptismal sponsor also be the confirmation sponsor. 

Church law states that the sponsor must be at least 16 years of age.  Must be fully initiated Baptized, confirmed,  received Holy Eucharist and is living according to the Catholic faith.  The sponsor may not be the mother or father of the one to be confirmed.

During the time of preparation, the sponsors are expected to take an active role in the confirmation program and meet with their candidates on a regular basis.  Each Sponsor must obtain a Sponsor Certificate from his or her own Parish (Church stamp/seal is required) stating he or she is a practicing  Catholic and eligible to be a sponsor. Forms must be turned into the R.E. office by Oct. 28, 2007.

Role of the Parents

Parents play a primary role in the sacramental preparation program.  You help your son or daughter grow in faith as you prepare him or her for fruitful reception of the sacrament. Your attendance at required meetings and the Sunday parish celebration of the Eucharist is vital.  Assisting your son or daughter in the parish life &ministry program prior to Confirmation.  Your interest, involvement, and concern make a Difference in your son’s  or daughter’s perception of what this sacrament and Christian life are all about.

R.C.I.A. classes at St. Pius X.  Please contact Bobbie Jo Stupnik at (719) 542-4264 for class dates and times.

Becoming a Catholic (RCIA)

Are you someone who is interested in the Catholic faith?  Are you an adult who was never baptized?  Are you a baptized Catholic who never received any religious instruction and have not received First Communion or Confirmation?  Are you a fully initiated Catholic who would like to work with those entering in the Catholic faith?    Join us for the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults.  RCIA is a spiritual formation process beginning in September and ending with initiation into the Catholic Church at the Easter Vigil.  RCIA classes are held every Wednesday evening from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at St. Pius X.  If you are interested in attending, please contact Bobbie Jo at 542-4264.

Adult Confirmation

If you are an adult and have never been confirmed, please call Bobbie Jo at 542-4264 to register for classes.

Adult Enrichment

We are continuing to explore our faith as we discuss the Sacraments and the impact they have upon us.  Deacon Steve will facilitate each session which will last about an hour.  All adults from both parishes are invited to join us.  The next session will be on November 4th at 9:30 a.m.  Please join us.