Frequently Asked Questions

What is Family Catechesis?
It may be helpful to first define "Catechesis".  

Catechesis is the act of handing on the Word of God intended to inform the faith community and candidates for initiation into the Church about the teachings of Christ, transmitted by the Apostles to the Church. Catechesis also involves the lifelong effort of forming people into witnesses to Christ and opening their hearts to the spiritual transformation given by the Holy Spirit.  (source)
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​Family Catechesis​ is specifically created to equip parents to pass the Catholic Faith on to their children, and to help families grow in faith together.

What is Marshfield Faith Formation?
Marshfield Faith Formation is a collaboration of three Catholic parishes in the greater Marshfield area: Our Lady of Peace, Sacred Heart and St. John the Baptist.  The three parishes are combining their religious education programs into one program, and adopting the family catechesis approach. Families in Marshfield Faith Formation should be registered at one of these three parishes.

Why are we switching to Family Catechesis?

The Pastors believe that equipping the parents to Catechize their children will achieve more success in growing disciples of Jesus.  In past years, Catechists have only about an hour per week with the students, so parents have a much better chance of igniting the spark of faith in their children and fanning it into flame. 
There is also a need for ongoing occasional Catechesis throughout the life of every Catholic. It is not meant to end at Confirmation. By equipping the parents to share their faith, the parents will also benefit themselves.

 Will there be an option to do this online?

We offer in-person teaching.  If you are currently homeschooling, please contact us so we can plan together.  If there are conflicts with sports or activities, this is not typically a reason to find an alternative.  When dealing with coaches and activity leaders please make it clear to them that this is part of your faith and it is important to you.  They may be more understanding than you think. Please contact us with further questions. 

When are the Sacraments of First Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation?
In second grade children receive First Reconciliation, then First Communion.  Confirmation is in 11th grade, typically the September of the beginning of 11th grade.