Faith formation begins at home, the domestic church. The parish assists by providing opportunities for family activities, individual enrichment and religious education and formation for all ages. Each parishioner is a model of living faith and continual growth for our children. Learn more about our Children's Ministry offerings:

Grapevine

Religious education instruction for children in grades 1-5 is offered during the school year from 6:30-8 p.m. on Wednesdays, October through May.

Through class time, prayer time and play time, children are introduced to the beliefs, values and traditions of our faith.

Questions? Contact our Children's Minister, KayLynne Barnes, at kbarnes@stvincentparish.org.



Sacramental Preparation

Sacramental preparation instruction is a two-year program that prepares children and youth in grades 2-12 to receive their first Reconciliation and first Communion. Classes are held during the school year.

Preparation can begin as early as the first grade. The first year of preparation consists of regular faith formation classes and/or enrollment in a Catholic school. The second year of preparation is the traditional first Reconciliation and Communion class.

For children in grades 2-5, sacramental prep classes will be held from 9:30-10:45 a.m. Sundays.

Questions? Contact our Children's Minister, KayLynne Barnes, at kbarnes@stvincentparish.org.





Youth in grades 6-12  can prepare for first Reconciliation and Communion through our "catch up" track with our Youth Ministry program. For more information, email Youth Minister Vanessa Tompkins.

Order of Christian Initiation for Children

Based on the Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA), this process of Christian initiation is adapted for children and youth (ages 7 and up) who have not been baptized Catholic.

Preparation sessions are held Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m., beginning in September and continuing through the Easter Vigil. Classes are led by Nancy Elmore-Ward.

An informational meeting for parents will be held Sunday, Sept. 14, at 9:30 a.m. in the parish school science room. Click below to complete the inquiry form.

Altar Servers

For children in grades 4 through high school.

Call the parish office at 253-839-2320 for training dates and times.

Vacation Bible School (VBS)

For one week in the summer, children gather for Bible stories, crafts, prayer and fun.

It is also a great opportunity for older children to take leadership roles.

This year's VBS has concluded. Watch for registration information for the 2025 VBS next spring!

Learn more

For more information about our Children’s Faith Formation programs or how to volunteer with our Children’s Ministry team, contact KayLynne Barnes, Pastoral Assistant for Children's Ministry:

253-400-9394 or kbarnes@stvincentparish.org, or call the parish office at 253-839-2320.