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Christian Formation

Christian Formation Recruitment

Catechists are not just for kids! Christian Formation is a LIFELONG journey for ALL of us! Do you have the desire to share your faith with your Holy Comforter family? Join our Catechist Team!

Prayerfully consider how Holy Comforter might be able to benefit from  your time and talent  and sign up! Click here for more information.

ACTIVITIES
· Adult education (variety of opportunities, including options for those with busy schedules)
· Christian formation sessions for children and youth.
· Seasonal family-based learning activities.
· Sacramental preparation of family and candidates for baptism, reconciliation, Eucharist, and Confirmation (children and adults).
· Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA).


Christian Formation Classes

We offer classes from pre-K to High School, as well as other fun family evening events throughout the year. Intergenerational catechesis and events, All Saints Pageant, St. Nicholas Night, Children’s Christmas Caroling and Play, Epiphany Party, Mardi Gras, Children’s Stations of the Cross, May Crowning and more….          

Formation Classes for Pre-K-8 take place on most Sundays during the school year from 9:15-10:15 AM, between the Masses. Classes begin in September.

Registration Forms on the Christian Formation table in the church’s Commons area and below:

FORMS

  •  Christian Formation Registration Form
  •  Sacramental Preparation Registration Form


Interested in serving as a catechist? We need your help!

For more information:

Melinda Wells, Director of Religious Education
Direct line:  (434) 295-6559
[email protected]

 

Announcements

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Upcoming Events

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    33 Days to Eucharistic Glory - Cohort 2
    6 May 25
    Charlottesville
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    22 May 25
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    Candlelit Procession to Conclude Month of Mary
    31 May 25
    Charlottesville
  • CASJE Spring Concert 2025
    CASJE Spring Concert 2025
    1 Jun 25
    Charlottesville
  • 40 Hours Devotion 2025
    40 Hours Devotion 2025
    5 Jun 25
    Charlottesville
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Mass Times

Sunday Masses:
Saturday Vigil — 5:00PM
Sunday — 8:30AM, 11:00AM, 2:00PM

Weekday Masses:
Monday and Friday — 12:00PM
Tuesday and Wednesday — 8:00AM
Thursday — 6:00PM
Saturday — 8:00AM

Request Mass Intentions
Call the office or email the receptionist

Reconciliation and Devotion Times

Confession:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday — 6:30PM
Thursday — 7:00PM
Sunday — 1:00PM
Or by appointment

Adoration:
Monday & Friday — 1:00PM to 3:00PM
Wednesday — 6:00PM to 9:00PM
Thursday — 7:00PM to 8:00PM

Parish Contact Info

208 East Jefferson Street
Charlottesville, Virginia 22902
Phone: (434) 295-7185
FAX: (434) 220-1464
Email: [email protected]
Office Hours: 9:00AM to 4:00PM


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