Marielle Carroll
Youth & Young Family Coordinator

Phone: 908-889-2100
Email: mariellecarroll@ihmparish.net

Janet Manfredonia
Faith Formation Secretary

Phone: 908-889-2100
Email: janet@ihmparish.net

Children's Liturgy of the Word
CLOW is a special opportunity for our youngest parishioners to hear and reflect on the Sunday Gospel in a way they can understand. Children are dismissed during Mass to hear the readings, pray together, and participate in an age-appropriate reflection before returning to the congregation.

First Reconciliation and Eucharist
Summer or Fall/Spring Families of Faith or Catholic School (usually) during First and Second Grade. Attend retreats, family meetings, parent meetings, and rehearsals as listed on the Faith Formation Calendar.

Children’s Choir
One of the highlights of Summer Academy was hearing our children joyfully sing together!
Sing at one Sunday Mass each month. Practice sessions only 45 minutes. Open to children who love to sing-no previous choir experience is necessary!

Confirmation
Attend Seventh Grade Inquiry Meeting, Family interview during Summer/Fall leading into Eighth Grade. Attend special rites, and formation sessions during Eighth and Ninth Grade. Attend 7th and 8th Grade Fall/Spring Families of Faith, or Discipleship Academy (During Summer program) and/or 8th grade At-Home Study.

Youth Altar Servers
Serving at the altar is a wonderful way for children and teens to grow in their faith while taking an active role in the celebration of the Mass. We are excited to welcome new altar servers and invite returning servers to refresh their skills as we begin a new ministry year.

Discipleship Academy
The Seventh and Eighth Grade level of Summer Families of Faith. Youth will take a deep dive into their faith, through Scripture, multimedia projects, field trips, and service activities. They will ask the question, “How do I live my Faith as a Disciple, once I’ve been fully initiated?”.