FAITH FORMATION GROUPS
BAPTISMAL PREPARATION
Prepares parents prior to the Baptism of their child for the responsibility of raising a family in the Catholic Church. Baptismal preparation classes take place via ZOOM the first Sunday of each month from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. facilitated by trained Catechists. To register visit: www.htptc.com/baptism
Lisa Aultman - laultman@holytrinityptc.org 678-466-1716
ELEMENTARY PRE-K TO 5TH GRADE
Our family-based program, Families Forming Disciples, supports parents in their role as primary teachers of the faith in the home. Parents and children attend sessions throughout the school year in English or Spanish. These sessions are meant to foster a living conversion to Christ through lifelong Faith Formation. More information at www.htptc.com/elementary-english
Sharon Brown - sbrown@holytrinityptc.org 678-466-1726
Sachiko Doreste (Spanish) - sdoreste@holytrinityptc.org 678-466-1704
FIRST RECONCILIATION & FIRST COMMUNION
Prepares students over two consecutive years to receive First Reconciliation and First Communion, typically beginning in the 1st grade and concluding in the 2nd grade. In addition to the basic Faith Formation sessions, first and second year students and their parents participate in sacramental session, a church tour and Family Faith Encounters to complete their preparation to receive the Sacrament.
Sharon Brown - sbrown@holytrinityptc.org 678-466-1726
Sachiko Doreste (Spanish) - sdoreste@holytrinityptc.org 678-466-1704
YOUTH MINISTRY PROGRAM
(6TH TO 12TH GRADE)
6th - 8th GRADE Catechizes and evangelizes our middle school teens and fosters an environment where the youth participate in the larger parish community. School year catechesis meets on Sundays. Social activities, service and prayer experiences are planned year round. Summer programming includes service projects, social gatherings and Edge Camp.
9th - 12th GRADE Evangelizes, catechizes and equips our teens to serve as Christian witnesses, helped to build a strong faith community, and empowered to reach out and evangelize others. School year catechesis meets on Sundays. We offer social activates, service opportunities and prayer experiences year round and attend LifeTeen Camp or Catholic HEART Workcamp during the summer.
TEEN CONFIRMATION - Candidates participate in a two-year program of formation that includes foundational faith formation, supplemental sacramental preparation and a Confirmation retreat.
Heather Garger - hgarger@holytrinityptc.org 678-466-1729
Terri Odom - todom@holytrinityptc.org 678-466-1727
Karen Riano- kriano@holytrinityptc.org 678-466-1732
QUINCEAÑERA MASS
Is celebrated on Saturdays at 12:00 p.m.. To celebrate a Quinceañera Mass, a parent needs to fill out the online form at least 6 months before the date on which the Mass is to be celebrated and not to make any preparations until the date i confirmed. The family must be registered at Holy Trinity and active in the Church, as well as attending Sunday Mass. The quinceañera must have received the Sacraments of Baptism and First Communion and must be registered to and attending Faith Formation classes. She and a parent must attend the three quinceañera preparation classes (in Spanish) offered once or twice a year. For more information, please visit: www.htptc.com/quinceaneras
Faith Formation Office - 770-487-5352
ADULT FAITH FORMATION
Is dedicated to helping you grow spiritually and build community. Whether you are looking to dive deeper into scripture, tackle life’s challenges through community, or simply meet fellow parishioners, there is a place for you in Adult Faith. Offerings include, but are not limited to, service, Bible studies, book studies, guest speakers, parish missions, retreat, prayer, men’s group, women’s groups, a young adult group, a seniors’ group, couples’ events and stewardship opportunities. Offering change seasonally.
For more information, please visit www.htptc.com/adultfaith
Terri Odom - todom@holytrinityptc.org 678-466-1727
MARRIAGE PREPARATION
Offers programs for engaged couples. They meet with a parish Priest or Deacon to discuss the marriage covenant, including the sacramental nature of marriage and its importance as a life-long bond. Multiple pre-marriage courses are available; the Deacon or Priest will work with the couple to determine which course will work best for them. www.htptc.com/matrimony
Deacon Rod Arion - rarion@holytrinityptc.org 678-466-1715
ORDER OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS - OCIA
WALKING WITH PURPOSE
The process by which individuals learn more about the Catholic Faith and, if they so desire, become Catholic themselves. Prepares those in formation to receive the Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist, and invites them to participate in the various Rites and rituals of the Church. The OCIA ENGLISH program meets on Wednesday evenings from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. The class is also offered in SPANISH on Sunday afternoons, 12:00 - 1:30 p.m. More information at: www.htptc.com/ocia
Rebecca Capezzuto, OFS - rcapezzuto@holytrinityptc.org 678-466-1737
Lisa Autlman - laultman@holytrinityptc.org 678-466-1716
Offers an invitation for all women of the parish to grow in faith and friendship through Walking with Purpose Women’s Small Group Bible Studies. New groups form every year! Three sessions available: Monday @7:00 pm, Wednesday @ 9:15 am (Young Moms) or Thurday @ 9:45 am. visit: www.htptc/wwp
Mrs. Howe - jbhowe1@att.net