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Sundays:
August 30, 9:15 am through 12:30
  September 13, 9:15 am through 12:30
  September 20, 9:15 am through 12:30
  Weekdays:
September 8, 9, 10 noon – 6 pm
September 15, 16, 17 noon- 6 pm
If you have any questions about our program, please call Sandy Ford at 517.546.0090 x400 or email discipleshipministry@stjosephhowell.org

Building the Domestic Church
The ministry of Building the Domestic Church exists to help families welcome Jesus ever more fully into our homes and our hearts. This year’s Building the Domestic Church program is called, “Family Kerygma and Sacramental Grace.” Kerygma is the Greek word for Gospel. This year’s program will focus on the saving Gospel of Jesus Christ and how the sacraments bring His salvation to us!

Building the Domestic Church is perfectly sized for families with children and teens. It’s perfect for seniors and singles who want to use the materials as a basis for Faith-sharing and Faith-growing in small groups. Last year ninety families attended Building the Domestic Church sessions! (Some of our sessions counted 200 attendees!)

This year, Building the Domestic Church will be a hybrid program. Our right-sized book lessons will be supported by short, web-based teachings, some of which will be taught by Father Gary himself. Our participants will be supported by one-on-one accompaniment with program catechists. Every participant will be part of the community. Later in the year, if conditions allow, we will be offering optional in-person events, too.

Building the Domestic Church FAQs:
1. What is the schedule for this program?
Starting the week of September 21, a new lesson will be offered every four weeks (ten lessons in total.) The sessions will be online, so families may commit to participation according to their own family schedule.
1. Will the material be hard?
Each lesson will be arranged in two levels, with additional supplemental material. People will be free to choose whatever level they feel is most appropriate for themselves and their children. People will be free to use whatever supplemental materials they wish.
1. What about First Communion preparation?
The materials for First Confession and First Eucharist will be in the same format as the Family Kerygma program, so everything will fit together easily. As sacrament season approaches, we hope to offer in-person retreat mornings for First Communicants. Stay tuned!
1. What about Confirmation Process?
The Confirmation process will include Building the Domestic Church, Family Kerygma materials. The process also includes mentor accompaniment, charitable works, and hopefully, day retreats. So, If your teen seeks to receive Confirmation, this program is for them, too.
1. What is the fee for this program?
The fee for Building the Domestic Church, Family Kerygma Program is $60 per family and/or individual.
The fee for First Sacrament and also for Confirmation process is $40 per child.
1. How do I register myself/ my family for Building the Domestic Church?
Registration forms will be available at the registration table (near the parish office) or on the parish website. We will be doing in-person, paper registrations on these dates:
                Sundays:
August 30, 9:15 am through 12:30
                September 13, 9:15 am through 12:30
                September 20, 9:15 am through 12:30
                Weekdays:
September 8, 9, 10 noon – 6 pm
September 15, 16, 17 noon- 6 pm

ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH

Howell, MI

Building the Domestic Church

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