Learn the Faith
An exciting way to engage younger children and help them learn about the God who loves them! Children learn about Bible stories and grow in faith using crafts, songs and activities. Normally held during one week in the summer for ages 4 through 5 th grade. Older students can train as team volunteers for service hours or help out just for the fun of it. A new and exciting theme every year!
Contact Mrs. Keri Knowles 330-425-8141 X 105
Thanks to the Augustine Institute and the Knights of Columbus, we are able to provide you with
easy access to reading materials to help you grow in your faith. You will find the display racks in the gathering area of the church. (See the display racks for very reasonable prices.)
A special missionary group for children in the parish to help them develop a missionary heart
while they learn about the Catholic faith and our brothers and sisters around the world. Children will
learn to pray and celebrate with different cultures, and to understand that the Church is truly for all
people! Watch for the activity center in the church – coming soon! More information to follow.
Catholics Returning home is for any baptized Catholic who has been away from the Church for a while, and is interested in coming back. It does not matter the reason you have been gone, or how long
it has been. We are eager to welcome you back! Let us help to work through any hurts, frustrations or obstacles that have kept us apart. Come home… you are missed! Contact Deacon Ed Chernick at 330-425-8141 X 109 for more information or register through the parish office.
Who is Catholics Returning Home for?
This is especially for anyone who has been baptized into the Catholic faith but has been away from the church for any period of time, and for any reason. It is also good for someone to accompany
the participant for companionship on the journey home!
Is there a cost?
There is no cost to participate in Catholics Returning Home.
Where do you meet?
This is yet to be determined for our next sessions.
Is there a commitment?
It is our hope, that after the first session you will want to stay with us, to continue to work on whatever has kept us apart, and to be formally brought back into the Church.
Before I come, do you recommend any reading material?
Not particularly. Just come!
How do I become part of the Catholics Returning Home team?
If you would like to be a part of the Catholics Returning Home team, contact Deacon Ed Chernick or the parish office, and we’ll connect you!
Journey of Faith is for non-Catholics who are particularly interested in learning more about the
Catholic faith. Many of the people in this group will go on to be fully initiated into the Church, but that
does not need to be your reason for participating. Led by a group of faith-filled adults, journey toward a fuller understanding of the faith and practice of Catholics! For more information or if you have
questions, contact the parish office 330-425-8141.
Who is Journey of Faith for?
This is especially for non-Catholics who are particularly interested in learning more about the
Catholic faith. This is also a starting point for those who wish to formally enter the Catholic Church.
Is there a cost?
There is no cost to participate in Journey of Faith.
Where do you meet?
This is yet to be determined for our next sessions.
Is there a commitment?
There is no sign up, and no commitment. However, there will be many who decide that they
wish to be fully initiated into the Catholic Church!
Before I come, do you recommend any reading material?
Not particularly. Just come!
How do I become part of the Catholics Returning Home team?
If you would like to be a part of the Journey of Faith team, contact the parish office 330-425-
8141!
Alpha is for anyone who wants to learn more about how Christianity answers the questions about the meaning of life, prayer, getting to know Jesus, reading the Bible, and
more. Groups will meet weekly, dates to be announced. Register through the parish office. Call Mr. Ed
Kopp at for additional details. There is no charge for this event.
Who is Alpha for?
Anyone who is just wanting to know more about Christianity in general will find Alpha to be a
welcoming introduction to the faith of Christians. Those who are already Catholic/Christian are also
invited to accompany someone who is seeking answers.
Is there a cost?
There is no cost to participate in Alpha.
Where do you meet?
This is yet to be determined for our next sessions.
Is there a commitment?
People are welcome to come to any sessions, which topics pique their interest! However, the
more you come, the more you will want to learn!
Before I come, do you recommend any reading material?
Not particularly, but do bring your questions!
How do I become part of the Alpha team?
If you are already a practicing Catholic on fire with your faith and you want to share it with
others, you can contact Mr. Ed Kopp or the parish office, and we’ll connect you!