Welcome to
Our Parish

Dear Parents and Families,

As your new pastor, I warmly invite you to take advantage of the faith formation opportunities offered here at Nativity of Our Lord Parish. Our goal is not simply to teach children about the faith, but to help families grow together as disciples of Jesus Christ.

In today's busy world, we all have countless responsibilities competing for our attention. Yet among all the gifts we can offer our children, few are as important as helping them know, love, and follow Jesus. Their faith formation is not just another activity. It is a lifelong foundation that will guide them through every stage of life.

Parents often ask, "When should my child's faith formation begin?" The answer is simple: it begins with Baptism. During Baptism preparation, parents learn about their sacred responsibility of raising their child in the Catholic faith. At your child's Baptism, you make a promise before God and the Church to nurture that faith through prayer, worship, and family life.

As a parish family, we are committed to supporting you in fulfilling that promise. Faith formation is most effective when the parish and the family work together. Your witness, prayer, and example have a greater impact on your children than any lesson we could teach. I encourage you to embrace this opportunity to grow in faith alongside your children and make Christ the center of your family life.

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS)

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is a hands-on, prayerful approach to religious formation rooted in the teachings of the Catholic Church and inspired by the educational principles of Maria Montessori.

Nativity of Our Lord currently offers:

• Level I: Ages 3-6 (Preschool through Kindergarten)
• Level II: Ages 6-9 (1st – 3^rd Grades)

Through a specially prepared environment called the Atrium, children encounter Scripture, prayer, and the liturgy in a way that fosters a deep and personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Family-Based Catechesis

At Nativity, we embrace a family-based model of faith formation because we recognize that parents and guardians are the primary educators of their children in the faith. Together, parents and children learn, pray, and grow in understanding the rich treasure of our Catholic faith.

Our Family-Based Catechesis program serves students in Grades 4-12 and includes: Family faith formation sessions, Parent formation opportunities, Youth ministry activities and events, Totus Tuus, Extreme Faith Camp, March for Life, Acutis Youth Day, Additional opportunities for prayer, fellowship, and service.

Sacramental Preparation

Nativity of Our Lord Parish offers preparation for:

• First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion (Grade 2 and above)
• Confirmation (Grade 11)

These sacraments are important milestones in the life of faith, and we look forward to accompanying families throughout the preparation process.

Register Today

I strongly encourage every family to register as soon as possible so that we can prepare for another grace-filled year of faith formation. Registration: https://www.nativityofourlord.net/faith-formation

Join us for our “Faith Formation Orientation & Potluck”: Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 5:30 PM. All students and parents are invited. For questions, please contact: Erika Warning-Meyer, email: ewarningmeyer@nativity.me or Parish Office - 715-362-3169

I look forward to welcoming your family and walking with you as together we help our children grow in faith, hope, and love. Let us work together to form young disciples who know Jesus Christ, love His Church, and joyfully live the Gospel.

May God continue to bless you and your families.

Fr. Jerome D'Souza
Pastor, Nativity of Our Lord Parish