Church of the Nativity

Welcome to Church of the Nativity  

Family Faith Formation 2023-2024! 

PROGRAM OVERVIEW AND REGISTRATION (updated 9/06/2023) 

Welcome! 

Fr. Gus and the catechists at Church of the Nativity wish you a warm welcome to our Faith Formation program. We hope that you find all the information you need here and, if not, please do not hesitate to call or email the Faith Formation Coordinator, Michelle Atkins at (858) 756-1911 or matkins@nativitycatholic.org

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE or click here to print page and hand in 

Children's Faith Formation 

The Church of the Nativity invites all children and youth, baptized or not, to participate in the catechetical program. Faith Formation is designed for children in Preschool - Eighth Grade who are not currently attending a Catholic school. 

Goals 

The goals of Nativity’s Faith Formation are in line with the San Diego Diocese to promote: 

1. Catechesis promotes knowledge of the faith [Creed]. 
2. Catechesis promotes knowledge of the meaning of Liturgy and the sacraments [Worship and Prayer]. 
3. Catechesis promotes moral formation in Jesus Christ [Moral Life]. 
4. Catechesis teaches the Christian how to pray with Christ [Worship and Prayer]. 
5. Catechesis prepares the Christian to live in community and to participate actively in the life and mission of the Church [Community Life]. 
6. Catechesis promotes a missionary spirit that prepares the faithful to be present as Christians in society [Apostolic Life].

Parent Volunteering 

All parents are encouraged to volunteer in their child’s class or another class if preferred. The diocese requires anyone who works with children to take the CMG Safe Environment Online course and background check.  Please message matkins@nativitycatholic.org for the link.   

Program Overview & Calendar 

Nativity Family Faith Formation 2023-2024 classes begin on September 17, 2023.  First class will kick off in the Holy Family Activity Center- Parents stay for quick meeting.  

• Pre-K to 6th Grade: 10:00 AM -11:15 AM at the Nativity School classrooms 
• 7th /8th Grade: 5:00 PM to 6:15 PM Parish Commons  

Meeting Notes from 9/17/23 - Powerpoint Presentation

FFF CALENDAR (updated 01/18/2024)

*Special Dates for Sacraments:

2/1 Photo Day for School First Communicants 9-10 AM

2/4 Photos Day for First Communicants during class FFF

*3/3  #1 Parent Mtg: 10:10 AM after FFF drop off @ HFAC OR *3/7 #1 Parent Mtg: 9 AM @  Commons

*3/16 Reconciliation Service- 9:00 AM OR 10:30 AM

*4/7  Blessing of 1st Communicants -9:00 AM. Mass ALL

*4/21 #2 Parent Mtg:10:10 AM after FFF drop off @ HFAC OR *4/25  #2 Parent Mtg: 9 AM @ Commons

*5/18 1st Communion Rehearsal 9:30AM school,12:00PM FFF  

*6/1 FFF 1st Communion Mass 9:30 AM school, 12:00 PM FFF
 *indicates change from original calendar

Special Dates:

9/17 Blessing of the Catechists - 9:00 AM Mass

12/2 - Feeding San Diego - optional

12/17 Songs, Cards for Seniors, MCA Bake Sale

*4/28 Filling of Homeless Bags / during class

6/2 Last day of class

First Communion and First Reconciliation 

In union with the Diocese of San Diego, there is a two year process to prepare students for First Holy Communion, which begins in First Grade and completes in Second Grade. We also have an option for those who wish to begin their First Holy Communion journey post first/second grade. 

Registration Payment Information (Click above Link or print Registration page) 

Tuition is $130 for one child for the entire year. There is a 20% discount off tuition for additional siblings.  

There is an additional fee of $95 for children receiving their First Communion, which covers additional materials and photography for the First Communion Mass in their second year of sacramental prep.  

Tuition helps cover the cost of books, supplies, activities, and related expenses. All materials needed for the classes are provided. Full payment is necessary for enrollment. However, no child will be turned away for financial reasons. Parents that volunteer in the classroom are eligible for discounted tuition. Please contact the Faith Formation Coordinator to inquire.   

 
*Checks should be made payable to Church of the Nativity and can be turned in as follows:  

1. Drop off to the Church of the Nativity Parish office from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 

1. Mailed to the: Church of the Nativity, c/o Family Faith Formation, PO Box 9180, 6309 El Apajo Rd, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067 

1. Brought to the first day of class and given to the FFF Coordinator: Michelle Atkins.   

Eligibility 

All parishioners are eligible to participate. If you are unsure about your status as a parishioner, please inquire at the church office prior to registration by emailing Tula Pinnella at tpinnella@nativitycatholic.org or by calling 858-756-1911. 

 If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Coordinator of Family Faith Formation at (858) 756-1911 or matkins@nativitycatholic.org