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Mass at St. Anthony of Padua-The Woodlands

Children's Ministry

Children's Formation

A program for children, Kindergarten through Grade 5, our Faith Formation classes focus on the baptismal call to become followers of Jesus Christ. With an emphasis on Scripture and the traditions of the Catholic faith, students participate in the community's worship, prayer and service to others.

Parents, the first and best teachers in the faith, are supported by catechists working in partnership with them in the religious education of their children. Love of Christ and the Church, frequent reception of the Sacraments, prayer, and service are encouraged as parents fulfill the obligation to their children in the promises made at baptism. 

Adult volunteers are needed as catechists (teachers and co-teachers), substitute catechists and assistants to help with planning, publicizing or arranging activities. 

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Classroom Sessions

K to 5th grades

Our curriculum is the Faith & Life series by Ignatius Press. This program provides a basic foundation of faith and the love of Jesus Christ, through which students respond to God’s call in prayer, mercy, and justice. Students are taught by trained volunteers that include teachers, parents, grandparents and Confirmed teens. We ask that all parents are involved in some way, whether it is as a teacher, teacher assistant, substitute, parent helper, or hall monitor.

Classes are offered on the following days and times, and our calendar generally follows the Conroe ISD school calendar.
Sunday 2:30 -3:45 PM
Sunday 4:15 – 5:30 PM
Monday 5:30 – 6:45 PM
Wednesday 4:45 – 6:00 PM

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Homeschool Formation

1st to 8th grades

Homeschool is parent-led formation. This program is an online version of the Faith & Life series by Ignatius Press, offering unique and engaging content. It provides a basic foundation of faith and the love of Jesus Christ, through which students respond to God’s call in prayer, mercy, and justice.

The online version is available to view on any device and includes a Parent Guide to assist you in leading discussions with your child, furthering their understanding of the material. Our program includes a required in-person Parent Meeting in September to pick up course information.

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Amazing Grace

1st to 12th grades

Amazing Grace is a faith formation ministry to bring the Good News of Jesus Christ to children with Adaptive Needs in 1st through 12th grade. "Our belief is that no one, regardless of physical or cognitive abilities, should be kept from opportunities of inclusion in faith formation, sacramental preparation, and fellowship with others."

This program is designed for the specific needs of each child. We look forward to meeting with you to learn how we can include your son or daughter in a class. Session times are Sundays at 2:30pm or Mondays at 5:30pm. Parents are required to shadow their child during each session.

Program Contacts

Mary Jo Vogel

Elementary Faith Formation Coordinator

832-482-4132

Katy Nardone

Sacramental Preparation Coordinator

832-482-4062

Diane Czerniak

Elementary Faith Formation Manager

832-482-4037

Activities for Children

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Boy Scouts of America

5th to 12th grades

Boy Scout Troop 1180. Our mission is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling the values of the Scout Oath and Law. A program for boys 11 to 17 designed to achieve the aims of Scouting through a vigorous outdoor program and peer group leadership with counsel of an adult Scoutmaster. If new to scouting, boys can join Scouts BSA if they are at least 10 years old, currently in the fifth grade and register on or after March 1st; or are age 11 but have not reached age 18.

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Cub Scouts of America

K to 5th grades

Cub Scout Pack 1180 is for boys ages 5-10 (Grades K-5). Scouting is “fun with a purpose” – developing character, citizenship, leadership, fitness, and faith through activities and adventures. Annual pack events include Fall and Spring campouts and a Pinewood Derby Race. We’d love to answer your questions about starting your Cub Scout Adventure with Pack 1180!

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Columbian Squires

5th to 12th grades

The Columbian Squires is the official youth organization of the Knights of Columbus. The program develops leadership skills and strengthens the Catholic faith of young men between the ages of 10-17. Sponsored by the Knights in our parish, the Squires will have fun and bond while helping their Church and community through service projects.

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Junior Catholic Daughters of the Americas

1st to 12th grades

Junior Catholic Daughters of the Americas® is our charter for young girls. “Jetts” ages 6 to 10 and “Junioretts” ages 11 to 18 develop a deeper relationship with God and the Church while living out the motto of Message, Service and Community.

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Bread of Life Homeschool

K to 12th grades

Bread of Life – a community of local Catholic homeschool families – provides support to parents through mutual cooperation and friendship. We provide a platform for homeschooling families to connect with other families; a way to discuss relevant topics, gather wisdom, find encouragement and crowd-source information. This makes it possible for members to enrich one another through a broad array of educational, spiritual, and social activities in The Woodlands and surrounding areas.

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Vacation Bible School

K to 5th grades

Vacation Bible School is offered each summer generally during the second week of June, Monday through Thursday for elementary students who will be attending kindergarten through 6th grade in the following fall school year.

Space is limited. Registration for VBS generally opens during the month of March and fills to capacity within a few days. We offer early registration to our committed four-day adult volunteers. Questions can be directed to vbs@ap.church.

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