Elementary Faith Formation

CLOW: for children in pre-k through second grade. Takes place on Sundays during the 9am Mass in English throughout the school year. Children are dismissed from Mass to enjoy the Gospel on their level. Children return as the gifts are being brought forward during Mass.

Family Formation Nights: for children AND their families in kindergarten through fifth grade. Family Formation Nights are designed to bring the family together as they learn more about Jesus and His Church through various activities and crafts.

Special Needs Support: We have a vibrant Special Needs Community at St. John Vianney. Check out our Special Needs Support webpage.

VBS: St. John Vianney hosts a week of Vacation Bible School for grades Pre-K through 5th grade every summer. Check out our VBS Webpage.

Join the Elementary Core Team

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Sacraments for Youth

In the Archdiocese of Atlanta, the ‘norm’ for reception of first communion is the 2nd grade. First Communion programs are designed for 2nd graders. They use language appropriate for a 2nd grader and ask questions at a 2nd grade level. When a child seeks first communion at a later age, they need to receive additional and/or different formation. They need to discuss topics at an appropriate level for them – not a second grade level. Therefore, we have four separate programs here at St. John Vianney to prepare students for their First Communion, each seeking to best prepare your child at their level.

2nd to 5th Grade Welcome!

Registration for Elementary Faith Formation:

Registration for Faith Formation at St. John Vianney takes place every spring, but there are several important things to know before you register:

To register in any classes at St. John Vianney, you must be a registered parishioner at the parish for at least one year. You can register by coming by the office during office hours, by filling out the form available on the parish website (under ‘I’m New Here’ tab) or by picking up a form on the information wall. Forms can be returned in the offertory basket at any Mass.
1st Communion classes are open to any child in at least 2nd grade. You must provide a copy of the child’s Baptismal certificate before classes begin.
Confirmation classes are open to any child in at least 10th grade who has already received Baptism and 1st Communion. You must provide a copy of the child’s Baptismal certificate and 1st Communion certificate before classes begin.