Faith formation is a lifelong journey of learning, prayer, and conversion. Explore programs for children, adults, those becoming Catholic, and anyone preparing to receive the sacraments.
Children & Youth
Updated June 12, 2025
Families must complete a new registration form each year. Choose the form you need below.
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Our mission is to assist parents and guardians—as your child’s first catechist—to nurture and foster growth in the Catholic faith of your children.
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Our program is lectionary-based and uses the Pflaum Gospel Weeklies. Visit Pflaum Gospel Weeklies for family pages, newsletters, and more.
Our teachers and catechists are parish volunteers who generously share their time and talents. If you have a willing heart and a desire to serve, contact Mary at (302) 731-2209 or HARE@holyangels.net.
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A lifelong journey
The Office of Adult Formation nurtures spiritual growth and an ongoing journety to Jesus
Formation as Catholic Christians is an ongoing, lifelong process. We offer opportunities and resources for faith enrichment at every stage of that journey.
Call the office · (302) 731-2219Check the Sunday bulletin for parish events or visit the Iron Hill Deanery website for events at nearby churches.
Scripture groups meet to share and interpret Scripture. Exact dates and locations are listed in the Sunday bulletin.
For more information, email Gene Consiglio.
If you sense a hunger for more in your spiritual life, a change in prayer, or an invitation to a new place in your relationship with God, spiritual direction may be for you. Monthly meetings offer space to explore, savor, and honor your walk with God while prayerfully noticing God’s presence in daily life.
Contact Mary Consiglio, a parish member and spiritual director for more than twenty years, at (302) 453-9613 or consig.mr@verizon.net.
Small faith formation groups offer a prayerful, trusting atmosphere to deepen your relationship with God, learn more about the Catholic faith, and share your faith walk with others. Recent topics include the Mass, the Seven Deadly Sins, and Your Life Is Not Your Own. Meetings are posted in the bulletin. All are welcome.
Lectio Divina is the ancient and ever-new practice of praying with Scripture. We engage the upcoming Sunday Gospel through four movements—Read, Reflect, Respond, and Rest—and conclude with twenty minutes of silent prayer.
Monthly meetings are held on the third Thursday at 10:30 am in the Parish Center. Check the bulletin or contact Donald Hudgins or Betty Baker.
The Chosen offers a fresh look at Jesus’ ministry through the disciples’ point of view. The group meets at 6:00 pm in the Parish Center on the second Monday of each month to discuss two episodes. Season 5 discussion begins August 2025. Contact Chris Moriak.
The Laity of St. Dominic are faithful Catholics called by a special vocation to progress in Christian life and animate temporal things through the charism of St. Dominic. The Our Lady Queen of Peace Fraternity meets on the Holy Angels campus every second Saturday.
Contact Anthea Piscarik at apiscarik@gmail.com or 302-373-3916.
Learn at your pace
Videos, lessons, podcasts, and trusted websites to help build or strengthen the foundation of your Catholic faith.
Order of Christian Initiation of Adults
Curious about the Catholic faith? OCIA is a path to deeper spiritual connection. Explore Christ’s teachings, grow in faith, and celebrate the sacraments in a welcoming community—whether you are new to the Church or seeking renewed commitment.
Grace at every milestone
Find preparation information and the next steps for receiving the sacraments at St. John–Holy Angels.
Christian Formation
Not sure where to begin? Find the person who can help.
Coordinator of Christian Formation