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Instructional Ministries
Adult Ministries and Formation creates opportunities for lifelong Catholic Education through study and reflection of Sacred Scripture, theology and prayer.
Contact:
Dr. Lynne Lane
720-842-4105
Ave Maria Catholic School is one of the largest ministries of our church and serves students entering preschool through 8th grade. AMCS is a traditional Catholic school and has recently adopted the Core Knowledge curriculum. Proudly, it ranks in top 20% in schools nationwide in ITBS scores and is accredited through NCEA/AdvancED, a nationally renowned school evaluation organization. Tuition assistance and Student Services are available.
Contact:
Ave Maria Catholic School Website
Terri Loiselle
720-842-5400
Awaken Your Faith; Ministry of Returning Catholics is a process to help you discern or reconcile your relationship with the Church, to explore your faith and to participate more meaningfully in parish life.
Contact:
Bob Farina
303-805-4146
Sheri Mertz
720-219-2066
Children’s Education and Formation offers an opportunity to share your love of Christ with the children of our parish with many rewards spiritually. Adults and teens are offered volunteer opportunities to be Catechists, child care providers, and RE support. Manual, curriculum, chapter guides and catechist certification training is provided.
Nancy Hartshorn
720-842-4117
Christ Renews His Parish is a weekend renewal program that is truly a unique opportunity to grow your relationship with Christ and the Church. Participants will hear presentations on many topics from the Eucharist to Christian Community. It is an opportunity to advance your faith walk, to grow your relationship with the Lord.
Upcoming retreat dates:
Contact:
crhp@avemariaonline.org
Brian Stockman
720-308-8422
Michele Stockman
720-308-8421
Confirmation for Adults helps baptized practicing Catholics who have celebrated Penance and Eucharist to prepare for and receive the Sacrament of Confirmation.
Dr. Lynne Lane
720-842-4105
English as a Second Language (ESL) is a ministry under the overall direction of the Pastor and Parochial Vicar. Volunteer participation (e.g., instructors, organizers, co-coordinators, etc.) in the ESL Program is open to all qualified, registered members of the parish, who wish to participate in this ministry’s activities. A central coordinator for the ESL Program will be designated and appointed by the Pastor. Co-coordinators may be designated and appointed by the central program coordinator, if/as needed.
Contact:
Rossana Carpizo
303-731-0151
Dan Baca
303-840-8265
FOCCUS; Marriage Preparation stands for Facilitating Open Couple Communication, Understanding, and Study. FOCCUS is a self-diagnostic instrument which is designed to help couples learn more about themselves and their unique relationship. It provides individualized couple feedback on where each partner stands in regard to topic areas, which over the years and through extensive research, have proven to be important to married life. FOCCUS is one of several required portions of Marriage Preparation at the Ave María Parish, within the Diocese of Colorado Springs. Over the years, since its development in 1985, FOCCUS has proven to be a valuable tool in developing and maintaining more effective communications between the couple and their families. Those individuals who are planning to marry with the Catholic Church are requested to begin their marriage preparation, by first contacting the parish’s office, at least one year before the planned date. The parish has several FOCCUS facilitator-certified couples who are available to help you through this important and rewarding process.
Contact:
Parish Office
303-841-3750
Living Catholic is topical adult spiritual formation that meets on the second Wednesday of the month from 9:30 until 11:45 in St. Dominic’s room (September 2011 through May of 2012). After 9 am Mass, come enjoy brunch, meet others interested in spiritual growth, and enjoy an intellectual and spiritual presentation/discussion. Two certification hours for Catechist Certification are rewarded for each session. Click here for more details/schedule.
Contact:
Dr. Lynne Lane
720-842-4105
Natalie Roderick (RSVP)
303-841-7996
Quinceañera Preparation
Contact:
Parish Office
303-841-3750
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is a faith journey for those seeking an understanding of the Catholic belief system and for those who are interested in entering the Church. Opportunities for both Sponsors and Core Team Members are available.
Contact:
Dr. Lynne Lane
720-842-4105
Marilyn Alvord
303-840-5342
Rite of Christian Initiation of Children of Catechetical Age (7+)
helps children age 7 through 5th grade prepare for the Sacraments of Baptism (if not baptized), First Communion and first Penance. Opportunities for both Sponsors and Core Team Members are available.
Contact:
Nancy Hartshorn
720-842-4117
Scripture Study occurs when a facilitator leads a small Scripture study group which includes prayer, discussion, study and life application. See the Faith University and Adult Ministries booklet for full listing.
Contact:
Dr. Lynne Lane
720-842-4105
Spanish as a Second Language (SSL) teaches Spanish to English speaking individual to enhance communication with people speaking a different language. Training will be provided. Opportunities for both teachers and teacher aides are available.
Contact:
Rossana Carpizo
303-731-0151
Young Adults is a faith formation group for parishioners 18-25 years of age.
Contact:
Paul Brunette
303-358-4162
Youth Faith Formation and Confirmation guides the spiritual growth of Middle School and High School Students. Adult Volunteer Opportunities for Catechist, Sacrament Preparation, and Event/Retreat Chaperones are available. Click here for upcoming events.
Contact:
Angelle Schott
720-842-4116
Youth Peer Ministry consists of a youth leadership team that serves to plan and guide youth ministry activities.
Contact:
Angelle Schott
720-842-4116
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