Faith Formation
Faith Formation
Faith formation is catechesis (teaching the faith) which aims to deepen people’s contact with Jesus Christ via educational and enrichment opportunities. Designed to touch the intellect as well as the heart, these programs help people live and experience a more Christ-centered life. In order to walk this path authentically and properly, it is necessary to understand how to have a relationship with God. We need to know, not only how to live, but what it means to live the fullest gift of life God has granted to us.
At the Church of Nativity, we offer faith formation for young children (PreK-K), school-age children (1st-8th), teens, and adults. The purpose of faith formation is to give direction to our life. In doing so we are better able to share with others, to evangelize, and understand our Catholic Faith.
Contact
Director of Religious Education - Gina Taddeo
faithformation@nativitycatholic.net
Students with exceptional needs
The Faith Formation Office would like to connect with families from our parish that have children who may have exceptional
needs and are not participating in Faith Formation due to the complexities and/or challenges they face in the classroom. Our goal
is to ensure we are including all children. If you are interested in helping with this program or if you have a child with exceptional
needs that you would like to participate in Faith Formation (and currently is not) please contact Gina Taddeo faithformation@nativitycatholic.net
Upcoming Important Faith Formation Dates for 2026/27
First Communion Dates:
Sunday 9:45am Class
Mandatory Retreat April 17th, 2027
9am-11:30am (students check in at 8:45am)
Mass April 24th, 2027
2pm (students arrive by 1:30pm)
Sunday 12pm Class
Mandatory Retreat April 17th, 2027
9am-11:30am (students check in at 8:45am)
Mass May 1st, 2027
2pm (students arrive by 1:30pm)
Wednesday 5pm and 6:30pm Class
Mandatory Retreat April 24th, 2027
9am-11:30am (students check in at 8:45am)
Mass May 8th, 2027
2pm (students arrive by 1:30pm)
Confirmation:
Confirmation Retreat February 7th, 2027
At Church of the Nativity 2pm-8pm
Confirmation date: TBD
Catholic Pastoral Center in Nashville
* Before registering for Faith Formation, please make sure you are registered with the church.
Nativity Registration English
Nativity Registro Español
Safe Environment
The Diocese of Nashville requires all parishes to have their Safe Environment training which also includes a background check. Everyone has to do it again by going online and creating an account.
To get started go to https://nashville.cmgconnect.org
Registration for Faith Formation 2026/27 will begin on April 1, 2026 and will only be online.
If you need assistance, contact the faith formation office at faithformation@nativitycatholic.net or 714-307-0617
There is a $50.00 late fee for registrations after June 1st.
*Attendance Policy MUST be signed and turned in prior to classes starting on August 16, 2026.
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Children of the Eucharist
Join us for an hour of Eucharistic Adoration for children.
One Wednesday per month from 6:30pm-7:30pm.
The greatest gift we can give our children is leading them on a path to Jesus and developing a relationship with Him. Eucharistic Adoration is a wonderful time for this.
Children of the Eucharist is a program that was introduced to us by a grandmother, from Ireland, who was visiting one of our parish families here at Church of the Nativity. It is a beautiful program that we are excited to offer to our students. (All families in the parish are invited, adults and children of all ages are welcome to spend this hour with us.) The format of the hour will allow time for silent prayer, singing, reading scripture, short discussions, questions and reflection. This is geared toward elementary age children however, all are welcome. Father Jerry will offer Confession time during the hour too.
Children of the Eucharist dates for 20276/27 school year:
First Wednesday of the month from 6:30pm-7:30pm
September 2, 2026
October 7, 2026
November 4, 2026
December 2, 2026
January 6, 2027
February 3, 2027
March 3, 2027
April 7, 2027