St. Augustine Parish Ministries
Faith Formation Commission

The Ministry of Faith Formation is to live fully the teachings of Jesus Christ through a process of lifelong education. The Faith Formation Commission oversees the establishment, implementation, and achievement of parish, deanery, and archdiocesan goals and policies pertaining to ongoing Faith Formation and education. The full commission meets quarterly on the third Tuesday of August, October, February and May.     Contact: Jim Sisson

Deanery Faith Formation Commission

The Deanery Faith Formation Commission meets monthly throughout the year except for December and July. There is a representative from each parish who advises and works with the Director of the Deanery catechetical Ministry. Contact: Sue Grenough

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) Team

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is designed to present the faith to adults seeking initiation into the Catholic Christian faith. This team of volunteers meet quarterly for planning and attend weekly RCIA sessions from September through May. Contact: Ann Northam

Adult Faith Formation

The Adult Faith Formation Committee provides learning opportunities to nourish and enrich the faith lives of adults in the lifelong journey of faith formation. This committee currently offers various programs and activities for the growth and enrichment of adult faith including Scripture Studies, and programs with special speakers.  Contact: Julie Elliott

Bible Study/Scripture Study

The Catholic Community of Jeffersonville offers three different Bible study programs these include:

Monday Morning Bible Study
The Study of and reflection upon God's Word. They meet on Mondays at 10 AM, September to May. It is open to all parishioners. Contacts: Bob & Georgia Leonard

Soup and Psalms
Growth in personal formation and spirituality through prayer and reflection on the Psalms, and through the sharing of a bowl of soup. This group meets in the evening the 2nd Monday of every month. Program is self-sustaining through freewill offering. Participants will occasionally supply soup or other food items.  Contacts: Bob & Georgia Leonard and Rita Bartle

Wednesday Scripture Study
The study of and reflection of Sunday's Reading. Various books of the Bible are studied and reflected on as well. They meet on Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. September to May. It is open to all parishioners.  Contact: Ann Northam

Elementary Catechists

Classes designed to present the Catholic faith to children in preschool through 8 grade. A team of volunteer catechists, under the director of Faith Formation (D.R.E.), utilize children's curiosity and experience to help them discover their faith. A Minimum of 30 weekly sessions from August through the middle of April (Sunday mornings). Catechists are required to attend both Catechist's training as well as Virtus training.  Contact: Ann Northam

Catechist Assistants

In addition to the classroom teacher, classes also have a catechist assistant. This person is usually high school students or an adult who has a passion for working with younger children.  Contact: Ann Northam

Ecumenical Vacation Bible School

The Ecumenical Vacation Bible School is a joint effort of our Catholic Community, Wall Street United Methodist Church, First Presbyterian Church, St. Luke's United Church of Christ and St. Paul Episcopal. The EVBS takes place in the evening for one week in the summer at First Presbyterian Church. Contact: Johanna Polk

Sacramental Prep

The Children's sacramental prep is for First Reconciliation (first semester) and First Eucharist (second semester) The Youth prepare for the celebration of the sacrament of Confirmation. This is in collaboration with Youth Ministry.  Contacts: Ann Northam  and  Maggie Stovall