Special Needs Faith Formation

Special Needs Faith Formation Sign-up

One form per child please. Grades 1st-12th grade.
Holy Family is pleased to be starting a new Christian Formation Program designed for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We will use a program designed by Pflaum Publishing, which uses a monthly new magazine type format. Students will be exposed to simple lessons, prayers, crafts and experiences that will help them to develop their faith.

Who can enroll in the program?

-Children and teens with intellectual and developmental disabilities that cannot attend Holy Family's Summer Formation or High School Formation Program because the programs do not meet their individual needs.

-Students and their parents who are desiring to participate more fully in the faith and life of their parish community.

-Catholics or those who wish to become Catholic.

Meeting Schedule

The classes will typically meet on the first Sunday of the month from 9:00-9:45am, October–May at Holy Family (271 Fourth Street Way) in the South Parish Hall. At least one adult must attend with the student. Other family members are welcome to attend.

Our hope is that families enrolled in the program also participate in Sunday Mass and other parish events throughout the year. Events and activities will be sent out to families throughout the year.

Sacramental Preparation (starting 2026-2027)

The Special Needs Faith Formation Program offers the children the opportunity to make their sacraments when they are ready for them – that includes Baptism, First Reconciliation, First Communion, Confirmation or OCIA (if they are baptized but have not received First Reconciliation, First Communion or Confirmation or if they are unbaptized).

The sacraments for the children are made when they are ready – not necessarily at the “normal” age to make the sacraments. For example, children in 2nd grade or age 7 are usually preparing for First Reconciliation and First Communion. They will make those sacraments during that academic year. If the child is not ready at age 7, the statement from the bishop’s states that those with developmental disabilities can make their sacraments when they are ready.

In our program, this decision is made mutually by the parents, their parish priest, and the Director of Christian Formation with input from the volunteer leader.
*** EDIT Confirmation and the First Reconciliation/First Communion preparation is done on alternating years. All sacramental prep has their own set of requirements however they all include a retreat day. The sacrament can be celebrated at the Church site of their choosing.

Make sure to edit email repsonses with new and updated information.
Student Name*

First NameLast Name
MaleFemale
Birthday *

MonthDayYear
Date
What grade level will the student be entering in FALL 2025-2026?*

1st2nd3rd4th5th6th7th8th9th10th11th12thOther
What Catholic Sacraments has your child received?*

BaptismReconciliationFirst CommunionConfirmationOther
Tell us about your child's specific needs:*
Parent Name*

First NameLast Name
Parent Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email*
example@example.com
Parent Name

First NameLast Name
Parent Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email
example@example.com
Is your family members of Holy Family?*

yesno
If no, what Parish do you belong to?
Notice for those who are not parishioners: If neither one of the parents/guardians are a member of Holy Family Catholic Community you must supply an e-mail from your parish pastor or the Director of Religious Education to verify that our program will meet their formation requirements. Your child(ren) cannot attend classes until Sabina Carter at scarter@hffdl.org receives this e-mail.

I understand and I will supply this information to scarter@hffdl.org at least 2 weeks before the start of the program.
We will be using the Pflaum Gospel Weeklies Program. Which grade level best suits your child? (Please consider how much faith formation your child has already received. If this is their first experience, you may want to chose one of the earlier options.)*

Seeds: PreschoolPromise: Grades K-1Good News: Grades 2-3Venture: Grades 4-6Visions: Grades 7-9Awaken: Adults (Higher level Teens)
This video show an overview of the program and a quick glimpse of the Gospel Weeklies.

If you are unsure of what grade level you would like, Sabina has a hard copy of each in the Parish Office. Contact Sabina at scarter@hffdl.org or 920 921 0580 ext. 501 to set a time to view them.

Julie Baltz, our Special Needs Catechist, will be a resource to help talk through this decision too. Contact Julie at 920 960 4108 or baltzj63@gmail.com.
YOU CAN PAY ONLINE!

For your convenience, after you submit your registration form, we will redirect you to our parish payment website: WeShare.

If you are applying for financial aid or do not wish to pay right away, you can simply close out of WeShare. You can find the link to WeShare on the Christian Formation page of the Holy Family website when you are ready to pay.

Your spot will not be saved unless payment is received or a payment plan is discussed with director, Sabina Carter.

Contact Sabina at scarter@hffdl.org
PAYMENT AND PRICING INFORMATION

Payment is expected at the time of registration unless you have contacted Sabina Carter (scarter@hffdl.org) for a payment plan option. When you submit this form, at the bottom of the page, you will be directed to our online payment site or send a check to:

Holy Family

ATTN: Sabina Carter

271 Fourth Street Way

Fond du Lac, WI 54937

Add your child's name in the memo line.

Early Bird Pricing:
$50/child (three child max of $130)
Non-Parishioner
$75/child (three child max of $180)

Standard Pricing: payment made after Sept. 1.
Parishioner:
$75/child
Non-Parishioner:
$100/child

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE/PAYMENT PLAN OPTIONS
Available to parishioners only - members who have registered at Holy Family and attend one of the six sites.

A separate form will need to be filled out to request financial assistance or a payment plan. In order to request this form please contact Sabina Carter at scarter@hffdl.org.

Please note that anyone planning to apply for financial assistance during this program must be a parish member for at least six months prior to applying for financial assistance.
Photo Permission:

Holy Family Parish may take photos or videos of students for use in displays, parish bulletin or website, or other publicity-related publications. These materials will only be used for appropriate purposes and names will not be listed. It will be assumed that you give permission for your child to be photographed or videotaped unless you provide a statement via e-mail to Sabina Carter at scarter@hffdl.org. She will reply back to verify that your wishes are understood. If you do not receive a response back within 24 hours, she did not receive your e-mail so please try again.
Parent Signature*

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If you DO NOT receive an email confirmation within one hour, after clicking "submit" at the bottom of this page, you may not be registered. Please submit the form again or contact Sabina at scarter@hffdl.org or 920 921-0580 ext. 501 with any questions.
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Special Needs Faith Formation Sign-up