"To imitate our Lord's own humility, we must return to the simplicity of God's little ones." — St. Hilary of Poitiers
The Catholic faith should be engrained in our youngsters from as early an age as possible, with the infinite love Jesus has for them filling their minds. Sunday School seeks to accomplish this.
Any child who is 3-5 years old (and potty trained) at the time of registration is eligible for our Sunday School program, which is run by a group of generous adults (Brianne Thelen, Bethany Schneider, Elizabeth Nurenberg and Beth Hurren) and enthusiastic high school helpers. We show the youngsters that it's not only important to learn about God, but — with plenty of activities, arts, crafts and games — incredibly fun too!
Please contact Brianne Thelen at 616-902-6165 if you have any questions about our Sunday School program.
Favorite saint: St. Gianna Beretta Molla
Quote you live by: "She is clothed in strength and dignity and laughs at the days to come." — Proverbs 31:25
Favorite part about being Catholic: The community and being able to share what it means to be Catholic.
Why you enjoy leading youngsters to Christ: I love seeing the joy in their eyes when they are learning about Jesus!
Favorite saint: Saint Therese of Lisieux
Quote you live by: “Do small things with great love.” — Saint Therese’s “Little Way”
Favorite part about being Catholic: Being able to receive the Eucharist and knowing my faith was founded by Jesus Himself.
Why you enjoy leading youngsters to Christ: I love seeing the way kids naturally love Jesus and ask questions without worry. They believe without fear and inspire us adults to do the same!
Favorite saint: Saint Zelie
Quote you live by: “Pray as though everything depended on God. Work as though everything depended on you.” — Saint Augustine
Favorite part about being Catholic: There are too many to pick just one! The sacraments, the rosary, the saints; all are such amazing tools that we can rely on to grow deeper in our faith.
Why you enjoy leading youngsters to Christ: I love planting small seeds of faith with my own children and watching the ways that it grows with them.
Favorite saint: St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, patron saint of teachers (I always knew I wanted to be a teacher)
Quote you live by: "Walk by faith, not by sight." —
2 Corinthians 5:7
Favorite part about being Catholic: The saints!!
Why you enjoy leading youngsters to Christ: Everything about their faith is exciting. They are full of love and joy for Christ.