Raising Our Catholic Kids (ROCKs)
Raising Our Catholic Kids (ROCKs) is a way for Saint Peter parishioners who are parents and their children to connect - supporting each other in family faith formation and building Catholic community. To join the google group, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with the name you used to register as a parishioner and watch this page for updates on activities.
It takes a village to Raise Our Catholic Kids. Join these Family Activities to get to know and grow in faith with other families in the parish.
Mass
Let the little children come; try the ideas below this article to keep them engaged!
Children’s Liturgy - a kid friendly explanation of the gospel taught by volunteers during the liturgy of the word at the 9am and 11am masses (when volunteers are available). Teaching is a great way to learn the Faith with your kids!
Sunday School and St. Peter School
Catholic Family Summer Bingo
Get the Bingo card, get 5 in a row, and bring it back to coffee hour after the 9 am or 11 am Mass on August 23 for the Back to School blessing and a surprise!
Google Group Conversation
Organic conversation and support like ideas for liturgical seasons, happy hours for moms, mini retreat recommendations or self-organized, service activities, or helping each other with meals.
“It is a beautiful homily when a child cries in church, a beautiful homily."
Pope Francis
How to Keep Your Kids Engaged at Mass
Family Fun and Formation Nights
Families are invited to a series of Family Fun and Formation Nights.
Dates and Topics:
September 26
Communications Continues
November 21
Parenting Tweens, Teens, and Young Adults
January 23
How to Talk About Bodies
April 3
How to Talk About Finances
What to Expect:
- Bring your own dinner and beverages
- Share a meal with other parish families
- Parents will gather for a presentation and conversation.
- Kids will play and learn the topic on their level.
Join us after the 5 pm Saturday Vigil Mass on these dates for a wonderful evening!