Faith...Francis...Families...Fun!

Join us at Our Lady of the Angels for faith formation and sacrament preparation programs 
that encourage spiritual growth in the spirit of Saint Francis.

Family Catechesis is a family centered faith formation program where parents/guardians are invited to participate in monthly sessions with their children ages Pre-K - 8. Our role is to provide parents with the tools, community and support needed to help them in their role as primary educators of the faith.
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Registration is open all year, contact the Family Catechesis office for more information!
​Patty at dcm@thecasa.org or Mary Allen at maryallen@thecasa.org
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​This website will also provide links to faith formation at home, sacrament preparation, parent formation and much more. Read on to find the resources that best fit you and your family.

How to navigate this website

ALL ARE WELCOME!

Family Formation page drop down tab contains:
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​     Family Catechesis with  information on our Family Catechesis program, registration and calendars.
​     Sunday Family Faith: overview, discussion and activity based on the Sunday Gospel.
​     St. Francis Fun and Facts: Join Brother S. to learn  about St. Francis and other Franciscan saints.

​Sacrament tab contains information on Baptism, Confirmation & First Communion.

Faith@Home tab contains activities & information for families to grow their faith at home.

Parent Faith Formation tab contains information and faith activities especially for parents.​

Since 1951, the Franciscan Renewal Center —  “the Casa” — has existed in Paradise Valley, Ariz., to offer spiritual growth, healing and transformation that moves lives into the service of others.
The Casa was founded by and is today an active religious community of the Order of Friars Minor — part of the worldwide Franciscan family, following in the footsteps of Sts. Francis and Clare of Assisi. The Casa is a wholly owned entity of the Franciscan Friars Province of Saint Barbara, based in Oakland, Calif., that works cooperatively with the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix.
​In 2006 the Casa Chapel became the Conventual Church of Our Lady of the Angels. This opened the door to the reception of the sacraments  by children and adult community members. Activities at the Casa include daily and Sunday Mass, spiritual and wellness retreats, gathering space for non-profit groups, licensed behavioral health counseling, spiritual direction, as well as more than 50 volunteer ministries that give aid to the poor or vulnerable. ​

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