Catechesis Ministries

The following information and links relate to all catechetical ministries. 

Catholic Youth Ministry (CYM)

Young Adults (Diocese of St. Augustine Young Adult Ministry)

Family Faith Formation Process (formerly Religious Education)

Sacramental Prep
First Reconciliation/Eucharist
Confirmation

RCIA

RCIA for Children

Diocese of St. Augustine Natural Family Planning (NFP)
Natural Family Planning (NFP) is an umbrella term for certain methods used to achieve and postpone pregnancies. We offer The Creighton Model Fertility Care System here at St. Luke’s. The CrMS relies upon the standardized observations and charting of biological markers that are essential to a woman’s health and fertility. These “biomarkers” tell the couple when they are naturally fertile and infertile.
The Creighton system is 99.5% effective in avoiding pregnancy. In addition, it also allows women the added benefit of being able to monitor and maintain their procreative and gynecologic health. It can be used in the further evaluation and treatment of PMS, irregular cycles, painful heavy periods, infertility and hormone abnormalities. The teachers of the CrMS are trained allied health professionals and we also have specifically-trained physicians in the area who incorporate CrMS in their medical practice.

Natural family planning reflects the dignity of the human person within the context of marriage and family life, promotes openness to life, and recognizes the value of every child. By respecting the love-giving and life-giving natures of marriage, NFP enriches the bond between husband and wife. 

Contact:
Diocese of St. Augustine, Family Life Office, Fertility Awareness

CLOW
Children's Liturgy of the Word (CLOW)
Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW) is a celebration of the Liturgy of the Word designed especially for children ages 4-6. After the opening prayer during Mass, the children are invited to the CLOW classroom in the back of the church with a trained Catechist and Assistant. There they hear the gospel in age-appropriate form. Then a fun, interactive discussion takes place. The CLOW Leader asks the children questions on how the gospel applies to their lives. The latter part is spent doing a fun craft or activity. The children sing, play games for interactive learning of the gospel, and do role-playing. The children are encouraged to go back and share with their loved ones what they learned. Parents are always welcome to come in with their young ones. Children’s Liturgy of the Word takes place at the 11:00AM Mass on designated Sundays. Registration is not required.

Contact:
Jackie Nuzum
(904) 888-0741
jlnuzum@comcast.net