Sunday Family Catechesis

Dear Families,

Registration is now open for our 2026–2027 Family Catechesis program at Prince of Peace! We are excited to invite your family to journey with us as we continue growing together in faith, prayer, and discipleship.

This year, we are especially excited to announce that we will be using the Word of Life curriculum from the Augustine Institute. This outstanding program is one of the most comprehensive catechetical resources available today, helping children and families encounter Jesus Christ, understand the teachings of the Catholic Church, and develop a lifelong relationship with God.

What makes Word of Life so special?

✨ Christ-Centered Formation – Every lesson is rooted in a personal encounter with Jesus Christ and invites young people to deepen their friendship with Him.

✨ Faithful and Engaging – The program is thoroughly Catholic, faithful to Sacred Scripture and Church teaching, while using age-appropriate methods that capture the interest of today's children and youth.

✨ Family-Focused – Because parents are the primary educators of their children in the faith, Word of Life provides opportunities for faith conversations and discipleship within the home, strengthening the domestic church.

✨ Formation for the Whole Person – Students learn not only what the Church teaches, but also how to pray, live as disciples, participate in the sacraments, and serve others.

✨ Beautiful and Inspiring – Through Scripture, sacred art, stories of the saints, prayer experiences, and discussions, young people are invited to see the beauty and richness of our Catholic faith.

Our Family Catechesis program recognizes that faith formation does not happen only in a classroom. It happens within families, around the dinner table, through prayer, at Mass, and in the everyday moments where parents pass on the faith to their children. We look forward to partnering with you in this important mission.

Program Details

• Classes are held on Sundays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in St. Michael's Hall.
• The catechetical year begins September 13, 2026 and concludes May 2, 2027.
• Tuition is $50 per child, with a maximum of $150 per family.
• Parents participate alongside their children through weekly parent formation and small group discussions.

The registration packet can be downloaded on this page. Please review it carefully and return the completed forms to me or the parish office as soon as possible. Early registration helps us prepare classrooms, order materials, and ensure we have sufficient volunteers to serve our families.

We cannot wait to welcome your family for another year of learning, growing, praying, and discovering the beauty of our Catholic faith together. Let us continue helping our children know Jesus, love Him more deeply, and follow Him with their whole lives.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.

Grace and Blessings,
Kristal Ostrowski
kristal@popscw.org
623-344-7260

"Let the children come to me..." (Matthew 19:14)