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   For information on Faith Formation or with
   questions, please call the Formation office
   at 586-264-7970

   Sandy Acord, DRE, Ext. 233

   Mary Loria, Administrative Assistant  
​   Ext. 231  

   Or email us at:

   formation@smdeporres.com

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   St. Martin de Porres & Protecting Children:

   Safe Environment - information for parents

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2025-26 Formation
​class schedule:

TUESDAYS

Levels 5, 6, and 7

4:45 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 

Levels 1, 2, 3, 4, and 8

6:15 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. 

Level 9 
7:45 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

(Confirmation)

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Links to Catholic Family Resources

United States Conference of Catholic Bishops

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​The Archdiocese of Detroit

​Sadlier Religion Resources

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​Catechist magazine

RCL Benziger ​

DOWNLOAD 2025-26 REGISTRATION FORM HERE

Christian Formation
Growing Faith and Engaging Hearts

Easter Sunday is the culmination of Holy Week, a sacred celebration of Jesus Christ's triumph over death. The Resurrection reminds us that Jesus is risen, bringing eternal hope and renewal. Easter is a time to strengthen our faith, reconnect with God's unending love, and experience personal renewal. We should embrace the gift of salvation, knowing that with faith in God, everything is possible. Easter is an opportunity to engage in acts of kindness and compassion, inspired by the teachings of Jesus. It's an invitation to carry the light of Christ out into the world to live as His disciples.

Happy Easter,
Sandy Acord
Director of Family Ministry

St. Ephrem's Religious Education for Special Needs

My name is Marie Coules I am the Religious Education Director for Special Needs at St. Ephrem's. I have been certified in Level I and Level II for the Good Shepherd of Catechesis. The Atrium (classroom) is designed for hands on learning. 

•The Good Shepherd of Catechesis is a Montessori method of teaching the Catholic faith. It is usually for children; however, we have modified teaching for all ages. 

•Preparation to receive the sacraments is available to everyone.

•We encourage a parent or guardian to meet or speak with the instructor before the first class.

•During each session, a parent or guardian is asked to remain with the student to share the experience together.

Where: St. Ephrem's Parish Activity Center (Church -38900 Dodge Park Road, Sterling Heights)
Time: 3:00 pm session is full
4:00 pm for Children 12 and under
6:30 pm 13 and up (no age requirement).

When: Sessions: Wednesday: April 15 and April 29: May
6 and May 20

Cost: $7.00 a session or $10.00 a family

For more information you may contact St. Ephrem's
Catholic Church: 586-264-1230

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Parent Resources
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Catholic Prayers and Practices

Altar Server Information

Circle of Grace:

Code of Conduct 

Common Questions 

Safe Environment

Circle of Grace Opt-Out Form

Forms:

Family Mass Attendance Card

Celebration of Our Faith Mass Attendance Card

Family Rosary Attendance Card​

​​​ ·  Are you thinking about becoming Catholic?
 ·  Do you know someone who is?
 ·  Do you need to complete your Sacramental preparation?

St. Martin de Porres Parish has adult formation from September to February.  Please contact the Parish Office at 586-264-7515 for more information on joining the program.​​

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​Christian Faith Formation 

Faith formation serves to guide Catholics in more fully proclaiming Christ ​as our center and light. By providing guidance, inspiration, and support in our journey ​with Christ, we inspire Christians to incorporate our faith in all aspects of their daily life. 

Visit our Safe Environments page to learn more about our care of the children of St. Martin de Porres Parish

The Christian Faith Formation process at St. Martin de Porres is open to all children,
levels 1 through 9. Our classes begin in September and conclude at the end of April.
We welcome children from families of other parishes in the surrounding area. We
​ask that families be registered at St. Martin de Porres Church, but it is not mandatory. ​​

Programs Under Christian Faith Formation 
 ·  Religious Education 
 ·  Children’s Liturgy of the Word (11:00 a.m. Mass) 
 ·  Children’s Mass  
 ·  Vacation Bible School 
 ·  Level 8 Bible Study “Encounter”

Other Family Activities 
 ·  Children’s Rosary 
 ·  Family Mass 
 ·  Family Fun/Movie Night 
 ·  Tree-Trimming Service ​​

​Sacraments - Christian Faith Formation 
 ·  Reconciliation (First Confession) 
 ·  First Eucharist (First Holy Communion) 
 ·  Confirmation 

Sacramental preparation takes place at home and during regular class time. We assist parents and guardians as they exercise their role as the first and best educators of their children in faith formation and the practice of the Catholic faith.