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ST. RICHARD

Columbia Falls, MT

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  • About
      • Staff
      • Sacraments
      • Announcement Inserts
      • Livestream/Video
  • Liturgy
      • Mass Times
      • Confession Times
      • Adoration
      • Rosary and Morning Prayer
  • Faith
  • Ministries
      • Knights of Columbus
      • Council of Catholic Women
      • Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
      • Religious Education
      • OCIA
      • St. Richard Little Ones
      • Pastoral & Finance Councils
      • Adult Faith Formation
  • Events & News
      • Calendar
      • Group Study Programs
      • Acts of Service
      • Diocese of Helena
  • Religious Education

    • Elementary - 3rd-5th grade

      Wednesdays, 4:30-6:00 pm (October-May)

      The weekly lessons will focus on the Sunday gospels and will include times of Adoration, Rosary, and Stations of the Cross as well as family events and fellowship.

      *Students in second grade who are preparing for their Sacraments of First Reconcilation and First Holy Communion will be asked to give their time and serve as Greeters during the year and/or volunteer for other aspects of parish life
    • Youth Group - 6th-12th grade

      Welcome Junior High and High School Students!
      Youth group sessions have a flexible calendar (October-May) to encourage more active participation.

      First Sunday of the Month: Family meal, catechesis, and Adoration at 5:00 pm
      Second Saturday of the Month: Family Rosary recitation at 11:00 am
      Third Wednesday of the Month:  Acts of Service from 6:30-8:00 pm
       Various dates throughout the month for service projects, bible study, and catechesis.

      Classes for Junior High and High School students will take place on-site in the Pearce and Launer Centers as well as off-site in public places to encourage service to others and small group discussions.

      *If your child is preparing for Confirmation, please contact the parish office for information and to make arrangements. Our next Sacrament of Confirmation will be in May 2027.
    • What an incredible gift it is to be able to teach children to love Jesus.

      The 'a-ha' moment when they understand, it’s enough to make my heart burst. Do you ever have those moments? Sometimes I feel overwhelmed by the power of this vocation and that all the things we teach them that are oriented to the eternal. What a confusing time. They come from school understanding what is real, tangible and how to think with their minds. My job is to help them understand what is beyond and to get there you have to think with your heart.

      Every year our catechists work with your children to help them understand, love and become closer to Jesus. We make every effort to develop creative ways to engage your children. But only discussing Jesus and praying once a week with us is not enough!  Here are some ideas to help them grow in faith.

      • Pray as a family, let them see your love for God.
      • Discuss with them when you knew God was with you and the miracles and gifts God has given you.
      • Join us at Mass, allow them to celebrate weekly with the other families in our parish. Children are always learning by observation. They are watching you and what you do, help teach them through your actions.

      Check out the links on this page to help you bring God into your home. I know that the work I am doing is all worth it when I see even one child all of the sudden realize how beautiful God truly is. It comes crashing over them like a giant wave; their eyes and face light up with amazement and understanding – what an incredible gift it is to teach them to love Jesus.

    • Resources to bring God into your home


      FaithFirst.com - Games, Gospel reflections, information for parents, questions and answers for children – a great resource

      CatholicMom Sunday - Have a hard time with your kids understanding the Sunday readings and gospel? Or maybe just wanting them to listen. This link will allow you to print out a fun worksheet that your child will have to listen and fill in the blanks. Don't forget a pencil! 
      Ages 7-11 or 12-14

      HolyHeroes - This link will open a Sunday Mass prep for the younger children. Here they can watch a video about the gospel reading each week. Take a look at the other free activities.

      Loyola Press - A wonderful website for parents to understand the Catholic faith further and how to work it into your family life and home.

      CatholicIcing -  Do you have an active preschooler at home? It's never too early to start teaching them about God. This is a fun, crafty and educational spot for everyone!
       
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