The Faith Formation curriculum, here at St. Mary of the Lake, is Christ In Us published by Sadlier Religion. Each grade level of Christ In Us, (first through sixth grade) presents the seven principles of Catholic Social Teaching, articulated by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. This includes Revelation, the Trinity, Jesus Christ, the Church, Morality, Sacraments and the Kingdom of God. In this Live Your Faith component, the scriptural and doctrinal foundations of the principles help the children connect their faith to a life of peace and justice. While peace and justice are taught in many of the core chapters, the seven principles are intentionally treated in Live Your Faith.
Each lesson encourages a personal and ongoing relationship with Christ, beginning with God’s invitation through Sacred Scripture. This leads children to reflect on his Word, deepen their understanding of our Sacred Tradition, and respond with a lived faith within their home and in the community.
Our Confirmation Program consists of materials from Loyola Press - A Jesuit Ministry through the 7th Grade text, Called To Be Catholic, followed by our text for Confirmation, Confirmed in the Spirit.