For further information on the following ministries and committees contact the appropriate individual on the Current Contacts and Chairpersons page.

Christian Formation
The Christian Formation Committee is concerned with Catholic education in the parish. The committee works to support the following groups:

• Religious Education
  Classes for children Pre-School through 10th grade are held on Sunday mornings. All students must be registered through the Religious Education Office, which is open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Catholic school students are required to receive the sacraments in the parish where the family is registered. Students and their parents are expected to attend all sacramental preparation sessions. These students are also welcome to attend any general group meetings. If you have a child attending a Catholic school who is eligible to receive Reconciliation, First Eucharist or Confirmation, please call the Religious Education Office for information at (302) 656-7185.

  All catechists are volunteers from the parish community who are willing to share their faith with the young. Each catechist prepares a weekly lesson plan, participates in scheduled meetings with the Director of Religious Education and attends periodic workshops when possible. Catechists depend on the parish for support, prayer, and cooperation.

  Please listen to radio station WDEL (1150 AM) for announcements of canceled classes.

• Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
  R.C.I.A. is implemented in our parish by a team that assists all those who seek formal membership in the Catholic Church. The team guides those persons interested through a process that prepares them to be received into the Church at the annual Easter Vigil.
• Library
  The Religious Education Office has a collection of videos, audiotapes, and books available to parishioners for borrowing.
• Small Faith Sharing Groups
  As an outgrowth of the Renew process, there are several small groups meeting at various times and places during the year. They are open to all who are interested.
• Silent Prayer Community
  This powerful Ministry of Prayer:
  - Intercedes to Jesus and Mary for your particular intentions
  - Prays at all hours of the day and night
  - Does not have formal meetings
  - Is in addition to the "Book of Prayer" in the back of the Church
  - Is honored to be of service
  - Is confidential
  - Welcomes additional prayer partners
  
  Contact: Cindi Clare 654-6344
  Jesus said: "Ask and you shall receive..."
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Communication and Education Committee
The mission of the Communication and Education Committee of St. Joseph on the Brandywine Parish is to minister to our community by providing opportunities for parishioners to:

• Keep informed about the ministries and activities at our parish
• Meet to gain a deeper understanding of our Catholic faith
• Integrate the Gospel message and the principles of Catholic Social Teaching into our daily lives

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