Faith Formation Commission
Ministry, Commission,
Committee or Service name: Faith Formation Commission
Chair or Point of Contact: Monty Shields; 812-593-1816
email: mkjjj@comcast.net
Reporting Structure: D.R.E (Anita Navarra)
Mission or Purpose: Promote Catholic faith formation in our community.
Functions, Duties Activities: We use the Choosing Pathways tool to seek ways to improve
faith formation in the various groups of our parish family. We also provide the following: support to catechists; review safety plan; facilitate mentor/mentee program for new catechists; review/revise commission policy manual; contact local school administrators regarding Wednesday sports and religious education; maintain and update F.F.C brochure; prepare for parish elections each May; research and distribute information regarding area retreats for catechists.
Membership: Elected (1); Appointed (1) How Many Members?: 6 + 2 ex-officio
Term of membership: 3 year terms (2 terms maximum)
How often are meetings?: Monthly on 3rd Tuesday
When are new officers installed?: August
Are outside volunteers sought for projects or activities?: Yes
Special projects or ad-hoc committees.
Immediate need for volunteers?: No