Family Faith Formation
Pre-K through 5th grade
Family Faith Formation is a twice-monthly program for children in PK3–5th grade and their families. Together, parents and children gather to pray, explore God's Word, and grow in faith through engaging, age-appropriate lessons. Rooted in the belief that faith begins at home, our program partners with parents as the primary educators of their children's faith while building a strong community of families walking the journey together. Our goal is to help faith come alive in everyday life, foster lasting friendships, and make Church of the Ascension feel like a second home for every family. We meet on Sundays from 9:00–10:20 a.m., with free breakfast + fellowship beginning at 8:30 a.m.
Our Sacrament Preparation Program is for baptized children in 2nd grade and older who wish to receive First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion.
These sacraments are an important step in a child's lifelong journey of faith. Through Reconciliation, children experience God's mercy and forgiveness. In the Eucharist, they receive Jesus for the first time and grow closer to Him.
A parent or guardian is required to attend all Sacrament Preparation sessions with their child. Children who do not attend Catholic school must also be enrolled in Family Faith Formation, as Sacrament Preparation complements their ongoing faith formation.
We look forward to walking with your family as your child prepares to encounter Christ in these sacred sacraments!
Click here to Register for the 2026-2027 Faith Formation year!
This registration is for all children in grades PreK 3-12th grade, First Reconciliation, First Holy Communion, and Confirmation.
Registration Fee
Our fee is based on the number of children per family being registered in all of our PK-HS programs:
- One child: $65
- Two children: $90 total
- Three or more children: $115 total
- Child preparing for 1st Holy Communion: $30 additional fee
- Child preparing for Confirmation: No additional charge
If, for whatever reason, you are unable to afford the fee, please email Bridgett Passauer or call 495-1886 ext. 415
Staff Contacts
Tara Bigley, PreK 3-5th Grade Faith Formation and Sacrament Prep Coordinator
Email Tara or call 757-495-1886 x426
Bridgett Passauer, Director of Faith Formation
Email Bridgett or call 757-495-1886 x415