Sacramental Preparation and Faith Formation Programs
SUPPORTING YOUR DOMESTIC CHURCH
Accompany families through lessons using textbooks and crafts
Guided reflections on Sunday Gospel
Guest Speakers
Confirmation virtual Bible study
Coordinated service projects for students and families
FORMED streaming service subscription
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Dear Families,
Alleluia! Christ is Risen!
The Easter season is 50 days of prayers of thanksgiving for the promise of eternal life in Christ.
As a family, join in the celebrations of special feasts of Divine Mercy Sunday and Pentecost.
The season also brings to life the sacraments of the Church.
Pray for the teens of our parish receiving their Confirmation on April 23. .
Pray for the children presented for First Holy Communion on June 4.
Sign up your kids for Vacation Bible School hosted June 20 - June 24.
Scroll down for details and access to the online registration form.
We look forward to seeing you at the Parish BBQ on June 11-12.
Stop by the hot dog and nacho booths to say hello.
Games, prizes and fellowship will make the weekend fun and
a fitting farewell to Fr. Olin Mayfield and Fr. Malcolm Ambrose.
Pope Francis: Unity Across the Americas | COVID-19 Vaccine Education
Statement of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith
Statement of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
We are excited to be on Instagram now! We will use this as a way to communicate and share necessary information.
Follow us at :
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st.clare.confirmation
God bless you all,
The R.E. Team
Nancy Nazarian-Medina, Amie Travers, Janet Valadez and Omar Carrillo
Make your parish monthly contribution at https://st-clare.weshareonline.org . Your financial support is welcomed in maintaining the needs of the parish and parish staff.
Visit www.LACatholics.org for updates from the Archdiocese.
Registration 2022-2023
The Office of Religious Education strives to develop a strong sense of faith and Catholic identity in the youngest members of our church through young adulthood. We aspire to cultivate personal relationships for each child with our Lord Jesus Christ. Through these means, each child will become a living missionary disciple of Christ whose character and life are witnesses to His sacred teachings in the Gospels.
Registration for sacramental Preperation, Faith Formation, and Confirmation classes will begin June 1st, 2022.
What R.E. Program is a good fit for my child? (CLICK HERE)
Current students are automatically registered for the next level of Faith Formation
Volunteer Information
Fall 2022- Spring 2023
Volunteer Information: (CLICK HERE)
Navigate to the button below to access the volunteer application form.
Registration Fees will be collected beginning July 1st, 2022.
Instructions For Online Payments
Click tab below
You are directed to the home page of St. Clare parish website
Click the " GIve Online" tab on the upper right corner
Scroll down to the Religious Education box
Click make payment
Click one-time payment, this is where you put the specific amount to be paid.
Pray the Rosary as a Family
Pray the Rosary for Healing Our Nation...
Prayer to Overcome Racism - http://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/human-life-and-dignity/racism/upload/Prayer-to-Overcome-Racism.pdf
Pray the Rosary as a Family
The Joyful Mysteries (Mondays and Saturdays)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WShVugWWOx0&t=0s
The Sorrowful Mysteries (Tuesdays & Fridays)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Mdr1Ah8R7A&t=0s
The Glorious Mysteries (Sundays & Wednesdays)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eUeUKsYAbMY&t=0s
The Luminous Mysteries (Thursdays)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NXcr7YYL12o
Worship Songs
Sing-along to Hail Mary, Gentle Woman https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RERoQ1biLdE
Salve Regina Song
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f0YWKLNhTvE
Saint Clare
Vacation Bible School
SAINT CLARE VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
for Pre-K(4 years old) to 6TH Grade
JUNE 20-24, 2022 9AM – 12:15PM
JESUS! OUR STRONG FOUNDATION!
“ I am sure of this, that he who started a good work in you, will carry it on to completion until
the day of Christ Jesus.” - Philippians 1:6
Students will enjoy an interactive, energizing, Bible-based good time as they build their faith as
construction workers! They will study Bible Blueprints, participate in Jackhammer Music, Wrecking
Ball Rec, Bulldozer Crafts, and visit Saint Joseph’s Workshop daily
as well as visit the Food Truck for snacks!
Registration Fee:
1st Child = $40
2nd Child = $30
3rd Child = $20
For families with 4 or more children = Flat Fee of $100
* VBS sign up form is linked below
* VBS volunteer sign up form is linked below
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Teacher Tabs
Mrs. Judy Brothers
Sacramental Preparation Yr 1 Grades 1/2
Class Dates: 5/25 @ 4:30PM on ZOOM
Teacher App: CLICK HERE
Class Schedule: CLICK HERE
The Liturgical Year Handout: CLICK HERE
Homework Videos: CLICK HERE
Mrs. Brothers Prayer Video: CLICK HERE
Classwork and Lesson Plans: CLICK HERE
11/24 class video(mandatory): Video links were sent through email
First Year Communion Progress Report Topics for Evaluation: (CLICK HERE)
Ms. Emma Servera
Sacramental Preparation Yr. 1 Gr. 1/2
Congratulations for completing the program 2021-2022
Ms. Therese Cecilio
Sacramental Preparation Yr. 1 Gr. 1/2
Congratulations for completing the program 2021-2022
Mrs. Bernadeth Reyes
Sacramental Preparation Yr 1 Grades 3-4
Congratulations for completing the program 2021-2022
Mrs. Melanie Golder
Sacramental PreparationYr. 1 Grades 5-7
Congratulations for completing the program 2021-2022
Ms. Sue Procetto
Aide: Eileen Kearns
Sacramental Preparation Yr 2 Grades 2/3
Congratulations for completing the program 2021-2022
Teacher App: CLICK HERE
Class Schedule: CLICK HERE
Belonging to God's People: CLICK HERE
Gathering One Body: CLICK HERE
Listening to Gods Word: CLICK HERE
Giving thanks and Praise: CLICK HERE
Amen Prayers: CLICK HERE
Sharing A Holy Meal: CLICK HERE
The First Holy Communion rehearsal is scheduled for Wednesday, June 1 at 5:30pm in the church.
One parent is expected to attend with the child.
*If you have not returned the First Communion banner, please do so by Thursday, May 26.
First Holy Communion Saturday, June 4th at 12PM
Mr. Edwin Legayada
Aide: Marilyn Legayada
Sacramental Preparation Yr 2 Grade 4/5
Congratulations for completing the program 2021-2022
Teacher App: CLICK HERE
Class Schedule: CLICK HERE
The First Holy Communion rehearsal is scheduled for Wednesday, June 1 at 5:30pm in the church.
One parent is expected to attend with the child.
*If you have not returned the First Communion banner, please do so by Thursday, May 26.
First Holy Communion Saturday, June 4th at 12PM
Mrs.Nancy Medina & Mrs.Marie Graham
Aide: Lucy Nazarian
Faith Formation Grade 3
Class Dates: 5/23 @4:30pm in person
Revised Class Schedule: (CLICK HERE)
Mrs. Jessica Rafkind
Aide: Jennelyn Foronda
Faith Formation Grades 4
Class Dates: 5/23 @4:30pm in person
Teacher App: CLICK HERE
Class Schedule : (CLICK HERE)
Google Classroom: (CLICK HERE)
PLEASE USE THE CODE lvaqmoa
Ms. Marianne Hamor
Faith Formation Grade 5
Class Dates: 5/23 @4:30pm in person
Mrs. Diane Quintero
Faith Formation Grade 6
Class Dates: 5/23 @4:30pm in person
Teacher App: CLICK HERE
Class Schedule: CLICK HERE
Mr. Stephen Phillips& Mrs. MaryAnn Phillips (Son & Mother)
Junior High Grade 7
Congratulations for completing the program 2021-2022
Current students are automatically placed for the following year
Teacher App Mr.Phillips: CLICK HERE
Teacher App Mrs.Phillips: CLICK HERE
Class Schedule: (CLICK HERE)
2/7 PowerPoint: (CLICK HERE)
Mrs. Veronica Salinas
Junior High Grade 8
Congratulations for completing the program 2021-2022
Students are automatically enrolled in the 2022-2023 Confirmation Program
Mr. Alex Zuniga & Mrs. Carmen Zuniga
RCIA
Congratulations for completing the program 2021-2022
Mrs. Bernadette Garcia & Mrs. Breanne Acosta
Sacramental Preparation Special Needs
Congratulations for completing the program 2021-2022
Room 3
Creating A FORMED Account
Activate your account
Step 1: Go to Formed.org
Step 2: Press the create an account
(it is free, because it is paid for by the parish)
Step 3: Input your email
Step 4: Choose your parish
(St. Clare, zip: 91351)
Step 5: Begin streaming!
Parent and Family Resources
Sixth Sunday of Easter
Adults: What difference has it made in your life when you made a decision in accord with Jesus’ teaching?
Children: When will you have to make a decision this week? What will help you make a good decision?
Kids Gospel Readings and Reflection: (CLICK HERE)
Adult Lectio Divina: (CLICK HERE)
USCCB Gospel Reflection: (CLICK HERE)
Faith at Home: (CLICK HERE)
Congratulations to all our newly confirmed teens.
Net Ministries Team With Host
We want to say thank you to Mr. and Mrs. Kloiber for hosting our Net Ministry group, as well as the Net Ministry team for coming and spending time with our Confirmation Candidates. Our parish is blessed to have them twice a year. Our students love interacting with the Net Ministry team that consist of young adults from all over the country.
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Confirmation Information
Forming Missionary Disciples
Prayer to the Holy Spirit : Come, Holy Spirit, I invite you into the very depths of my being. Lead me, guide me, coach me, encourage me, and challenge me. Direct me in all things. Teach me to become a great decision maker, so that in every moment of every day I can choose what is good, right, noble, and just. Amen.
Coordinator: Janet Valadez
Confirmation Office Hours:Monday and Wednesday from 2:30pm - 6:30pm
Contact information:
Phone: 661-298-8627
Email: youthministrystclare@gmail.com
Confirmation Program 2021-2022
Do YOU know the Confirmation Program requirements?
Attend Scripture Study ZOOM sessions as scheduled
Attend the Gathering ZOOM sessions as scheduled
Complete the Called to Mercy online coursework*
Complete the Saint research project. (CLICK HERE)
Participate in 2 Discipleship projects and turn in reflections.
Participate in 2 Field trips and turn in reflection paragraphs.
Confirmation Year 1 Program Calendar (PDF)
Confirmation Year 2 Program Calendar: (PDF)
Confirmation Year 1 Bible Study
Next Date: All bible study sessions have been completed
Click the button below labelled Zoom link.
Make up work for January 24th : CLICK HERE
February 7th make up work: CLICK HERE
March 7th make up work: (CLICK HERE)
March 21st make up work: CLICK HERE
Email the completed work to Mrs. Valadez at youthministrystclare@gmail.com by May 11th.
Self-Examination of Conscience Guide for Reconciliation: (CLICK HERE)
Confirmation Year 2 Bible Study
All bible study sessions have been completed
Click the button below labeled Zoom link. After clicking that it will redirect you to your Zoom Classroom.
Self-Examination of Conscience Guide for Reconciliation: (CLICK HERE)
January 10th make up work: (CLICK HERE)
January 31st make up work: (CLICK HERE)
Feburary 28th make up work: (CLICK HERE)
March 14th make up work: (CLICK HERE)
Confirmation Gathering Session Year 1
Gathering session dates: 5/11
Feb. 23rd Make up work: (CLICK HERE)
March 30th make up work: (CLICK HERE)
May 11th make up work: (CLICK HERE)
These sessions will be at St. Clare and will promptly begin @ 7PM
Confirmation Gathering Session Year 2
Next Date: Program Completed
Confirmation Rehearsal, Wednesday April 20th at 6pm. Your sponsor must attend alongside you. If you are requesting a proxy, email Mrs. Valadez or call the youth ministry office at 661-298-8627.
Feb. 16th Make Up Work: (CLICK HERE)
March 23rd make up work: (CLICK HERE)
RESOURCES FOR YEAR 1 AND YEAR 2 PROGRAM
1. Sign up for Formed subscription.
How to create a FORMED account
Step 1: Go to Formed.org
Step 2: Press the create an account
(it is free, because it is paid for by the parish)
Step 3: Input your email
Step 4: Choose your parish
(St. Clare, zip: 91351)
Step 5: Begin streaming!
2.Catholic Youth Bible (provided by Youth Ministry office)
3. Called to Mercy Online Program
How to create online account : (CLICK HERE)
Virtual Field Trip Options:
Option 1: Museum of Tolerance
Go to museumoftolerance.com and click the tab named " Hear a Survivor". You will then be directed to register for a live talk with a real Holocaust Survivor on a Wednesday of your choice at 1 pm. You must register. It is FREE.
Option 2: Museum of Tolerance Testimonies
Watch some of their Holocaust Survivor speakers sharing their testimonies
Option 3: FORMED "The Search" Episodes 5&6
Click on the programs tab, once that is open hit the Faith Formation tab and locate the video.
Who is Jesus Handout: CLICK HERE
Am I saved Handourt: CLICK HERE
Complete handouts by April 11th.
Reflection:
Which ever option you choose write a 2 paragraph summary on your thoughts and what you learned. Submit your work to the Confirmation Coordinator @youthministrystclare@gmail.com
To complete either option click the link below.
City of Saints
This year City of Saints Teen Conference will return to UCLA Campus from August 5th-7th!
The City of Saints Teen Conference gathers teens from throughout the Archdiocese of Los Angeles to celebrate the wonderful cultures and diversity of our communities and in community.
Youth participants will...
Feel inspired to seek a relationship with God
Be comfortable being a witness to the faith as a youth leader
Understand the importance of connecting with the community
Be sent with tools to sustain their journey of faith
For more information, contact Mrs. Medina at the R.E. Office
Family Discipleship Project
Bridge To Home Family Discipleship Project
Step 1: Sign up using one of the links provided. To access the links (CLICK HERE)
Step 2: Follow the instructions on the Bridge To Home Sign up Genius.
Step 3: On the sign-up page, fill out the information, and in the " My Comment" box write St. Clare Youth Ministry and the child's name.
Step 4: Write a 1-2 paragraph reflection explaining how you organized making the meal and why your family chose to participate.
Sandwhich making 6/24 @ 2pm in the Youth Center
ADOPT-A-SENIOR
Connect with the elderly of our parish ! Send a homemade card or drawing to brighten their day!
Email Mrs. Valadez at youthministrystclare@gmail.com to be matched with a senior.
Parish Bye-Bye BBQ - Saturday, June 11 & Sunday, June 12
Sign up to help us in the Youth Ministry Hot Dog & Nacho Booth.
Shifts are 2 hours long. Anyone can work more than one shift.
*This event is a parish-wide farewell party for Fr. Olin and Fr. Malcolm.
June 11 Sign-Up: (CLICK HERE)
June 12 Sign-Up: (CLICK HERE)
Get To Know Our Staff
Nancy Nazarian-Medina
Nancy serves as the Director of Religious Education and is a certified California Catechist. She is facilitator for the national Virtus-Safe Guard the Children Program training teachers, parents and volunteers about the risk of child abuse and how a community can take preventative measures to protect children from abuse. She served on the Advisory Board for the Archdiocese Office of Religious Education (2017-2019). Nancy was a volunteer catechist at St. Clare from 2000-2014. Prior to working at St. Clare, Nancy served as Dean of Students at Immaculate Heart High School and taught AP Government, AP U.S. History and Economics and developed curriculum for a senior year elective, International Relations. She holds a B.A. in Political Science from UCLA and a M.A in Conflict Resolution from CSUDH. The job she relishes the most is as mom to her sons.
Janet Valadez
Janet joined the staff in 2018 as the Confirmation Coordinator, assisting Nancy Medina in guiding our youth in their sacramental preparation for Confirmation. She and her husband have been parishioners since 1991, raising sons in St. Clare's catholic community.
Amie Travers
Amie joined the team in the summer of 2019. She is a mother of 2. She has managed high end retail stores for many years. Amie has also been involved with PTA in the past. Amie works with elementary and special needs children in the Sulphur Springs School District.
Omar Carrillo
Omar joined the staff in the summer of 2019. He is currently attending California State University of Northridge majoring in Business Law. Mr. Carrillo always has a smile on his face and is always willing to help. Any questions feel free to ask him, he will try to answer them to the best of his ability.
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