Children's Faith Formation Programs

Planting Seeds Program is a faith formation program for children who are in 1st Grade and anticipating sacramental preparation. In this program the children will receive an introduction to prayer life, History of Salvation, Sacred Scriptures, and the Holy Mass. 

We will meet every Sunday from 10:15-11:30am. RE programs run every year from the end of August until end of May.

Requirements:

  • Attend Sunday Mass at least weekly and on Holy Days of Obligation
  • The family must be a registered member of Our Lady of the Mount Carmel
  • Regular attendance is required. If a student goes over 3 absences they must meet with Sr. Po-Yee.

Program Fees

Registration fees partially cover the cost of curriculum materials (leader guides, student textbook, parent's leaflets, etc...), arts and crafts supplies, and office supplies.

  • First child class fees: $60.00
  • Additional child fees: $40.00 per child
  • Sacramental preparation fees: $40.00 per child

No cost for child(ren) who are enrolled in OLMC’s Stewardship Family

Payment Options: Check (payable to OLMC), Cash, or Credit/Debit through this link.

Early Registration

Register early for the 2022-2023 school year

The Young Apostles Formation Program is for children who want to follow Jesus Christ more closely through serving Him in the Church and helping Him spread the Kingdom of God. This program aims to help the children:

  • deepen their friendship with Jesus Christ and the love of the Church,
  • develop the understanding of their baptismal dignity and their call to holiness,
  • acquire skills to evangelize and spread the Kingdom of God, and
  • serve in the parish and the needy.

We will meet every Sunday from 10:15-11:30am. RE programs run every year from the end of August until end of May.

Requirements:

  • Attend Sunday Mass at least weekly and on Holy Days of Obligation
  • The family must be a registered member of Our Lady of the Mount Carmel
  • Regular attendance is required. If a student goes over 3 absences they must meet with Sr. Po-Yee.

Program Fees

Registration fees partially cover the cost of curriculum materials (leader guides, student textbook, parent's leaflets, etc...), arts and crafts supplies, and office supplies.

  • First child class fees: $60.00
  • Additional child fees: $40.00 per child
  • Sacramental preparation fees: $40.00 per child

No cost for child(ren) who are enrolled in OLMC’s Stewardship Family

Payment Options: Check (payable to OLMC), Cash, or Credit/Debit through this link.

Early Registration

Register early for the 2022-2023 school year

Our sacramental preparation program consists of weekly catechesis for the child and parent on Sunday and for the youth on Tuesday.

Year A: Preparation for Sacrament of Reconciliation

The first year, the child will learn about Salvation History, draw closer to Christ in the Eucharist through monthly adoration, and prepare for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. At the end of the year, they will partake in the Penitential Service.

Year B: Preparation for Sacrament of First Eucharist and Confirmation

The second year, the child will prepare for their Confirmation and First Eucharist. They will learn about the Saints, choose one as a patron, and work on a project relating to their chosen saint. They will also learn about the many Eucharistic Miracles throughout the world and will choose one to present.

To learn about the policy and guidelines in the Diocese of Phoenix for sacramental preparation, please visit the following link: The Restored Order of the Sacraments of Initiation

Requirements:

  • Attend Sunday Mass at least weekly and on Holy Days of Obligation
  • The family must be a registered member of Our Lady of the Mount Carmel
  • Regular attendance is required. If a student goes over 3 absences they must meet with Sr. Po-Yee.

Program Fees

Registration fees partially cover the cost of curriculum materials (leader guides, student textbook, parent's leaflets, etc...), arts and crafts supplies, and office supplies.

  • First child class fees: $60.00
  • Additional child fees: $40.00 per child
  • Sacramental preparation fees: $40.00 per child

No cost for child(ren) who are enrolled in OLMC’s Stewardship Family

Payment Options: Check (payable to OLMC), Cash, or Credit/Debit through this link.

Early Registration

Register early for the 2022-2023 school year