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How does Foundations work?

Participants attend two sessions per month and complete reading and prayer assignments at-home in between sessions. Choose the Cohort that fits your family the best.

• Foundations "September Cohort"
  • Two Wednesdays per month, 7:30-9:00 PM.
  • September - May - Dates: 9/14, 9/21, 10/5, (Monday - 10/17), 11/2, 11/16, 11/30, 12/14, 1/4, 1/18, 2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/22, 4/5, 4/19, 5/3, 5/17
  • This is for Grades 6-12 and Adults Only.  There are no classes for other family members offered for this cohort.
• Foundations "Family Discipleship Cohort" (runs concurrent with Family Discipleship):
  • One Wednesday per month, 6:00-7:30 PM.
  • One Sunday per month.  9:30am-12:30pm.  
    • 9:30am - Attend Discipleship Sunday 
    • 10:30am -  Mass 
    • 11:30am - Activities, lessons, talks, and prayer
  • September through May - See the Family Discipleship Schedule.
  • In this cohort, you actually can have your entire family sign up if you want, or just certain family members.  We offer classes for all ages.  Check out Family Discipleship for more information on the offerings for each family member.

What is "Foundations"?

Foundations, the first step of "ASCEND," is a cutting-edge exploration of faith.  We will cover:

• "The 7 Essential Modules"
  • Scientific & Medical Evidence of the Soul
  • Scientific, Logical, & Philosophical Evidence for the Existence of God
  • Scientific, Logical, & Historical Evidence for the Existence of Jesus, and His Divinity & Resurrection
  • Logical & Theological Evidence of the Catholic Church's Divine Institution
  • Scientific Evidence for What Makes Us Truly Happy
  • Logical & Theological Exploration of Why a Good God Allows Suffering
• "Rescued: The Unexpected & Extraordinary News of the Gospel"
• Exploring Jesus Christ: Who He Was, What He Taught, What He Did
• Controversial Catholic Teachings

Who is Foundations for?

• Participants of ASCEND
• Parents of children & youth enrolled in: 
  • Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (Ages 3-6)
  • Family of Faith (Gr 1-5)
  • Foundations (Gr 6-12 & Adults)
• RCIA Participants, spouses, & sponsors
• Marriage Preparation Couples
• Baptismal Preparation Couples​​​
• First Communion Parents
• Confirmation Students, Parents, and Sponsors
• Anyone looking to explore the truth-claims of the Catholic faith.
• Middle School & High School Youth

Adults and children: REGISTER HERE

HS Students: REGISTER HERE

Adults: REGISTER HERE