Religious Education and Faith Formation
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
Are you interested in becoming Catholic, or just want to know more about the faith. Browse through some of the files below (in PDF format) to learn about what our parish offers.
See a photo gallery from RCIA 2010 | See a photo gallery from the 2006 Easter Vigil
For more information, contact our director of religious education Sr. Diane Carollo, SGL, at 317-236-1521 (office) or 317-423-9791 (convent).
Sacramental preparation (children)
Families registered and attending Holy Rosary Church may register their public school children in grade 2 or above for sacramental preparation in 2007 - 2008. Special classes for Penance and First Holy Communion should be arranged no later than September 17. Religious Education registration forms may be found in the back of Church or by clicking here. For more information and details, contact Sister Diane at 236-1521. (See the 2010-2011 schedule)
Confirmation Program 2010-2011
The Archdiocese of Indianapolis mandates that all students preparing for the Sacrament of Confirmation are required to attend existing sacrament programs in their parishes. Here at Holy Rosary, our Confirmation Program is focused on immediate preparation for the sacrament. In addition to the Confirmation Program, students in Lumen Christi School, other parochial schools or home schooled should be following a basic course in religion for their age and grade level.
Below are two links to the Image of God series and the textbook to be used in the Confirmation Program.
Please note that only students 13 and older are eligible for Confirmation in May 2010. The calendar and registration form are found on this web site.
Other links:
- Photos from the 2010 spring confirmations
- http://www.catecheticalresources.com/IG_Fullfils_Guidelines.htm
- http://www.catecheticalresources.com/IG_SS_Confirmation.htm
Spirituality for Children
Special spiritual enrichment classes for children are offered at Holy Rosary Parish. These classes are commonly known as Spirituality for Children. The classes are scheduled after the Mass in the Extraordinary Form and before the Mass in the Ordinary Form, from 11:15 – 11:55 a.m. Children participating in the classes need to be registered properly by filling out the form provided in the vestibule of the Church. There is no charge for the classes. The forms may be turned into the parish office or mailed directly to Sister Diane.
Note that the classes are in the CYO building and are divided as follows:
- Children 3- 6 years of age are in the art room in the basement
- Caris Roller and Noelle Brown are the instructors
- Children 6-9 years of age are in the Italian Heritage room on the first floor
- Rob Hofmeister is the instructor
- Children 10-13 years of age are in the second floor classroom
- Lori Brown is the instructor
I will be sending home registration forms for all the parents to complete for their children. There is no cost for these classes. We ask only that parents drop their children off promptly following the 9:30 Mass. If you have any questions, call Sister Diane at 236-1521.
Spirituality for Children Flyer | 2010 Calendar
Parish Bible Study
Lynn O’Brien, a member of the Faith Formation team , is in the middle of conducting a 24 week journey through the Old Testament that is part of the Great Adventure Bible Study by Jeff Cavins. The sessions are offered in the CYO building on Friday nights from 7-9 p.m.
When Lynn concludes this program, she will start another course delving into another part of the Bible. New people interested in the current program may call Lynne at 535-4370 for meeting dates
Youth Ministry
The Holy Rosary youth group is called Youth of Our Lady of America (YOLA). It is open to students 14 years of age and older.
Meetings are held on the second and fourth Sunday of every month, from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. For more information and to join, contact Sister Diane at 236-1521. Youth from other parishes are welcome!
Download more information here
Archdiocesan Pro-Life Youth Council
Students in high school are invited to join the Archdiocesan Office for Pro-Life Ministry in its mission to promote the dignity and sanctity of human life.
If you are unconditionally pro-life from the moment of conception to natural death, participate in the growing movement to restore the culture of life in our society. Become a pro-life leader and mentor among your peers!
For more information and to join, contact Sister Diane at 317-236-1521 or click here.