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.

Watch for registration this summer or contact our Children's Minister, KayLynne Barnes, at kbarnes@stvincentparish.org.

Sacramental Preparation

Sacramental preparation instruction prepares children and youth in grades 2-12 to receive their first Reconciliation and first Communion. Preparation classes are held during the school year.



Classes are held separately on two tracks: one on select Sunday mornings (10:30 a.m. to noon) and one on Wednesday evenings (6:30-8 p.m.).

Watch for registration this summer or contact our Children's Minister, KayLynne Barnes, at kbarnes@stvincentparish.org.

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 beginning in September and continue through the Easter Vigil.

Watch for registration this summer or contact our Children's Minister, KayLynne Barnes, at kbarnes@stvincentparish.org.

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.