G.I.F.T. (Growing In Faith Together) 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. The curriculum is A Family of Faith, from the Sophia Institute.Each month features two lessons, containing a myriad of activities to choose from. This year's theme is Creed.  

Living in the midst of a pandemic has forced us to change the structure of GIFT for the 2020-21 school year. Beginning in October, in-person parent sessions will be made available on one Sunday morning and one Wednesday evening each month. Parents who are comfortable attending in person may choose which date works best for their family's schedule. In-person meetings will be in Avila Hall, with proper physical distancing and mask protocol being followed. Parents who prefer a virtual option will have access to these sessions to watch at their convenience from home. The goal of these sessions is to build confidence in parents as teachers of the faith for their children, and to connect with other parents, building that sense of community, and lifting one another up in this very trying time. 

A platform will be provided for families to submit videos regarding what they are learning at home, and will provide links as well to The Sophia Institute's features, Teaching the Liturgical Year, Current Events and the Heavenly Hall of Fame. 

Sacramental Preparation classes are held separately from GIFT, and those families will be contacted directly upon their registration for GIFT.

GIFT DATES FOR 2020-21

Sundays at 11:00am                     Wednesdays at 7:00pm
Oct. 11                                              Oct. 21
Nov. 8                                                Nov. 18
Dec. 6                                               Dec. 16
Jan. 10                                             Jan. 20
Feb. 21                                             Feb. 17
Mar. 14                                             Mar. 10
Apr. 11                                              Apr. 21
May 16                                             May 19