The mission and purpose of the commission is to provide religious formation for a Catholic christian life.

Family Faith Formation

Family Faith Formation is our comprehensive approach to faith formation which empowers parents to assist their children in developing a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, while strengthening their own relationship with Jesus through prayer, study and action.
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Children's Liturgy (CLOW)

Just what is CLOW?

• WHO: Children ages 3-9 who have not yet made their First Communion
• WHAT: CLOW stands for Children’s Liturgy of the Word.
• WHEN: During most 10:30 am Masses
• WHERE: Children are led from Mass to Avila Hall then divided into classes by age.
• WHY: Age appropriate activities engage kids in the Gospel message in a way they can understand.
• HOW: VIRTUS trained adults volunteer to teach once a month utilizing provided instructional materials as well as their own creative ideas!
• We are looking for volunteers to teach once a month, for about 15 minutes. The children are grouped by age, (3 & 4 yrs., 5 & 6 yrs., 7 & 8 yrs.), so let us know if you have a preference! Contact Kris Conrad at 219/464-4042, ext. 23 or [email protected].

 

Youth Ministry

The youth ministry program at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Student Center seeks to serve the middle school and high school youth of the St. Teresa community by providing a dynamic environment in which community building, faith forming, and the expressing of faith takes place in multiple ways

Youth Ministry offers opportunities for high school Youth Ministry and middle school students to grow closer to Christ in prayer, service, and community. The community of St. Teresa is committed to supporting our young people as they grow in faith.
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Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School is typically hosted the last week in June each year. VBS is open to children ages 5-12, and middle and high schoolers are encouraged to participate as group leaders. Each year features a different theme and provides various stations for crafts, games, music, storytelling and snack. VBS serves to bring Bible stories to life for children, and help them engage in fun and creative ways. 
 
 

Adult Faith Formation  

The Adult Formation Committee develops, plans and initiates a wide variety of adult formation events, designed to deepen the community's relationship with Jesus Christ in the different stages in their lives.