Adult Faith Formation (Future)
This Program provides an opportunity for adults to explore and discuss a variety of topics related to our Faith Tradition and Church. Topics can include: Catholic Principles of Social Justice, the Catechism, Saints. The Third Order of Franciscans, etc. For further info contact the Parish Office: 203-248-0141.
Alpha
Alpha is a ten week course meant to invite participants to a personal relationship with Jesus. Each week participants gather as a large group, view a video focused on the question for the week, break into small discussion groups and finish with a whole group wrap up. There is no cost, only an investment of 90 minutes of your time each week. All are welcomed. Contact Diane at the Parish Office: (203)248-0141.
Altar Care and Decorations
This ministry ensures that the altar preparation is appropriate to the Liturgical Season, linens and robes used during Mass are clean, and floral displays in the sanctuary are maintained. We welcome you to lend a hand with us. Many hands make light work. Contact the Parish Office: (203)248-0141
Bible Study – Little Rock
The Little Rock Scripture Study provides an opportunity to get comfortable with the Bible in an informal setting with a presentation, small group discussion, video and prayer. Each session features one book from the Bible or a Bible topic that serves a variety of books. The study is in depth, requiring a short reading with notes at home in preparation for discussion questions. Contact Grace @ 203-248-3620 or Diane @ 203-248-5513.
Early Learning Center
St. Rita School Early Learning Center (the ELC) offers families in the New Haven County an outstanding option for early childhood care and education. At the ELCE, young children explore and create, and learn through age-appropriate activities that promote emotional, social, physical and cognitive development. For further details contact Colleen @ 203-203-288-6828 or visit website stritaschoolelc.com.
OCIA
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA), is a process for inviting adults of no faith or from a different faith tradition and Catholics who have not received the sacraments to explore becoming a full, participating member of the Catholic Church. Parishioners can assist in the Faith journey of RCIA candidates, or be a sponsor to a candidate. Contact Betsy at the Parish Office: (203)248-0141.
Religious Education Classes
Program provides faith formation classes for children in grades PreK to 10. Volunteers are also needed to help as teachers and aides. Training is provided. Contact Megan: 203-433-2809 (call or text) or Betsy: 203-287-0316.
Sacramental Preparation
Program prepares children in Gr.2 for sacraments of Reconciliation and First Communion; Middle and High School students for Confirmation. Contact Megan: 203-433-2809 (call or text) or Betsy: 203-287-0316.
St. Rita School
St. Rita’s School is a Pre-K through 8th grade Catholic Elementary School. For further details visit their website stritaschool.org or contact Patricia O’Neil Tiezzi – Principal or Sr. Anne D’Alessio, ASCJ – Assistant Principal, at 203-248-3114.
Weekly Scripture Study
“It says what?” Join us to review the upcoming Sunday’s readings and explore their meeting. Session is held on Zoom on Tuesday 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Contact Deacon Joe for further information at (203)248-0141.
