Dear Faith Formation Pastoral Assistants and Catechists,

June has arrived and one of the milestones in our parishes is the celebration of the Sacrament of Holy Communion in which our children and families who participated in the formation process are now culminating their journey by receiving the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ. There are no words to recognize and praise the work that you do in conjunction with your team of catechists, parents, and volunteers. We are so thankful for all you do.

Our department of Lifelong Faith Formation hopes that you take some time to look back and evaluate all of your accomplishments and celebrate them. We also recognize this is a time of transition and change for many of you. Faith formation does not stop, and we invite you to start thinking about new strategies, approaches or initiatives in order to initiate a new year with hope as well as with a strong foundation.

Here are some links that may help you in developing a plan for next year:

For support and resources:

• Archdiocese of Seattle resource page
• National Community of Catechetical Leaders page
• Catholic Apostolate Center Resources for Evangelization
• Catechist's Journey: Loyola Press
• Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
• National Catholic Partnership on Disability

Check our publisher's section on our resource page to select your curriculum:

• Ascension Press
• Loyola Press
• Pflaum Publishing Group
• RCL Betzinger
• Sadlier Resources
• St. Mary's Press
• Word of Life

For Christian Initiation:

• Team Initiation
• Liturgical Training Publications

If you need assistance in preparing for the upcoming year with your new family of churches, please email us at formation@seattlearch.org. This address will be received by all of the members of our Department of Lifelong Formation:

Kimberly Abadir, Beata Gando, Lisa Hillyard, Joseph Tancioco, and Tyler Tangen.

Thank you again for your ministry and we'll see you at the Annual PAFF Conference on June 6th.

Carlos Carrillo

Director of Lifelong Formation Department

FAITH FORMATION NEWS

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PAFF Annual Conference

Disciples of Christ: Following in His Footsteps: St. Peter reminds us of the invitation Jesus extends to each of us: “For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps” (1 Peter 2:21). We will look at essential characteristics of the Christian life: Walking with the Word, Praying like a Disciple, and Being a Missionary Disciple.

Update on the OCIA New Translation

The USCCB has shared the timeline for the implementation of the new translation of the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults. The ritual text will be available for sale November 1, 2024 with a first use date of December 1, 2024 (First Sunday of Advent). Mandatory use for the new text will be March 5, 2025 (Ash Wednesday). While the ritual and study editions will not be available until November 1, formation resources related to the new translation will be available beginning August 1, 2024. Visit www.ltp.org/ocia for more information.

Frequently Asked Questions

When can I get the new rite book?

• The first available date to receive the ritual text will be November 1.

What editions will LTP be publishing?

• We will be able to share that news with you on June 1.

Is the Spanish version changing too?

• Yes. Updates have been made to the Ritual de la Iniciación cristiana de adultos (RICA) and a new translation will be made available. The timeline for implementation is the same for the Spanish and English editions. 

PAFF Support Meetings & RCIA Support Meetings - Last meeting of the year!

We appreciate all of you that have participated in these helpful meetings and will continue to do so. Please see below for the dates and the Zoom links to join the meetings!

Meetings will be held at NOON.

LITURGICAL CALENDAR

Be sure to check the Liturgical Calendar pages in both English and Spanish. These pages will contain who and what the Church celebrates specifically in the month of JUNE.

Please note: If you receive this newsletter before the beginning of the next month, content on the webpage will not update until the 1st of each month.

Corpus Christi - June 2

• Celebrating Corpus Christi
• The Feast of Corpus Christi: Food for the Journey
• Celebrate the Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ
• The Last Supper Lesson Plan

The Sacred Heart of Jesus - June 7

• Litany of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
• Promises of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Infographic (Catholic-Link)
• 10 Quotes That Will Increase Your Love For The Sacred Heart Of Jesus

The Immaculate Heart of Mary - June 8

• Litany Of The Immaculate Heart Of Mary
• The symbolism behind Mary’s Immaculate Heart
• 7 Incredible Facts about the Immaculate Heart You Need to Know

St. Barnabas - June 11

• Saint Barnabas the Apostle
• St. Barnabas: The Forgotten Apostle?
• Saints Fun Facts: St. Barnabas

St. Aloysius Gonzaga - June 21

• Finding God Amid Disease: The Story of St. Aloysius Gonzaga
• Saint Aloysius Gonzaga: Celebrating a Saint for Seekers
• St. Aloysius Gonzaga Coloring Page

Nativity of John the Baptist - June 24

• John the Baptist Activity - Worksheet
• Cry Out - A Lesson Plan on St. John the Baptist
• The Birth of John the Baptist

Sts. Peter and Paul - June 29

• The Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul
• The Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul: Two Leaders
• Sunday Connection: Solemnity of Sts. Peter & Paul

FAITH FORMATION IDEAS

June Monthly Devotion - The Sacred Heart of Jesus

• Thumbprint Sacred Heart Project
• Sacred Heart of Jesus Coloring Page
• The Sacred Heart of Jesus - Monthly Devotion

Father's Day - June 16

Time with Dad - Celebrate Father’s Day by playing a game with Dad to

reveal what you enjoy doing with him. Have fun as a family.

3 Easy Ways to Celebrate Father's Day Every Day - Three very simple ways to love your kids that make a difference everyday

Respect Life Action Guide: Father's Day - Father’s Day is an appropriate time to recall the essential role of fathers in the life of the family and in building a culture of life. It is also an opportunity to highlight spiritual fatherhood, which all men are called to embrace.

Juneteenth - June 19

• Juneteenth Prayers
• Juneteenth: A Day of Hope
• Lesson plan: History of Juneteenth and why it became a national holiday

Religious Freedom Week - June 22-29

Summer Faith Ideas at Home

• Catholic Summer Activities Bucket List - Here are ideas to help your family live your Catholic faith together all summer!
• 12 Printable Summer Catholic Family Activities - Time to recharge, reconnect, and prioritize family faith formation. In this article, you'll find resources to help families build faith all summer long, with opportunities for celebrating the sacraments, sharing faith, praying together, exploring Scripture, and being inspired by stories of the saints.
• Soaking Up The Son: 12 Things Every Catholic Should Try To Do This Summer - Often youth groups and other ministries take a break for the summer, but that doesn’t mean you should take a break from God. With more time on your hands, summer can be a wonderful time to challenge yourself and grow closer to Christ.

For more feast days & observances not included here, visit the Liturgical Calendar resource page.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Mass of the Ordination to the Priesthood - June 1, 2024, 10:00 am at St. James Cathedral, Seattle

PAFF Annual Conference - Sponsored by Augustine Institute - June 6, 2024, at Archbishop Brunett Retreat Center, Federal Way

Faith On Fire Catholic Family Weekend - June 21-23, 2024 at St. Mary Church, Anacortes

Marriage & Family Life Coordinators Meeting - September 13, 2024 at the Isaac Orr Conference Room, Seattle - More info to come.

ARCHDIOCESE OF SEATTLE

Lifelong Formation