Children
“All your children will be taught by the LORD, and great will be their peace.” Isaiah 54:13
This worship program is offered to preschoolers (ages 3-5), as well as older children in grades K-3 who attend the 9:00 and 11:00 am Sunday Masses during the school year. Children are invited to follow our catechists to the Meeting Rooms to experience the Liturgy of the Word in a manner which they can understand and embrace. Discussion and prayer are part of this worship experience. Adult catechists and adult and teen assistants are needed to support this vital ministry. No prior experience needed. All materials are provided.
We are always looking for new CLOW Catechists! If you are interested in helping teach Children’s Liturgy of the Word, please contact us in the Parish Office.
Click here for the CLOW brochure.
CONTACT: Parish Office: 330-867-1055 or church@sthilarychurch.org
Boys and girls in grades 6 and up (from St. Hilary School, P.S.R., or home schooled) assist the priest at weekend liturgies by serving at the altar of God. Adult servers are needed for weekday Masses and funerals.
TIME COMMITMENT: Serve 2 to 3 times per quarter.
CONTACT: Fr. Steve Brunovsky at ext. 204 or sbrunovsky@sthilarychurch.org
Family
Family Catechesis is a home-school PSR program which provides instructional guides, grade-level specific text books and online resources. Parents will be assigned specific themes of Catholicism monthly to teach their children at home. Families come together one Sunday morning each month to examine these themes through prayer, games, stories, and activities. All participants are encouraged to participate in our Monday night PSR seasonal events such as the Christmas Pageant, Mardi Gras, Stations of the Cross, and Choose Life presentations.
CONTACT: Jeannie Hohlefelder, (330) 867-1055, ext. 213 or jhohlefelder@sthilarychurch.org
This small Christian community of women of diverse ages meets for prayer, faith sharing, and study. In addition, a few service and social activities are planned throughout the year. Bring along young children for a supervised “playdate” with our babysitter. Mothers with infants are also welcome.
“I enjoy Family Life so much because it is a group of incredible, spiritual women who are all so inspiring. They and the studies we do help me live a Christ-centered life. It is like attending a mini-retreat on Monday mornings!” –Julie Angle
“As a mother, I feel that I have grown up spiritually with the women of Family Life. The faith formation and sisterly fellowship that the group provides are an invaluable resource that supports my vocation and a wife and role as a mom!” – Joya Hart
CONTACT: Parish Office: 330-867-1055 or church@sthilarychurch.org
The Family Spirituality Committee plans and presents short, one-time happenings and activities based on the liturgical seasons. Most events take place on Sunday mornings after Mass. These opportunities allow individuals and families to embrace Catholic culture while sharing fellowship and on-going faith formation.
CONTACT: Sign up to receive email notifications of upcoming events by contacting Jeannie Hohlefelder at (330) 867-1055, ext. 213 or jhohlefelder@sthilarychurch.org
Education
St. Hilary School is a proud two-time recipient of the U.S.Department of Education’s Blue Ribbon Award for excellence in education. The school received the honor for the first time in 2001, and most recently received the distinction in 2008. Established in 1959, St. Hilary School proudly celebrates a tradition of excellence in Catholic education spanning more than 50 years.
St. Hilary’s Parish School of Religion (PSR) begins with kindergarten through Gr. 8 (Monday evenings from 6:45-8 p.m. in the St. Hilary School building).
Click here to visit our PSR page.
CONTACT: Jeannie Hohlefelder at 330-867-1055 ext. 213 or jhohlefelder@sthilarychurch.org; Meghan Tuck 330-867-1055, ext. 211 or mtuck@sthilarychurch.org
This Montessori-based program for 3-6 year olds combines the teaching of Hebrew Scholars, Scripture studies, and Roman Catholic Liturgy and doctrine. The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd believes that there is a deep bond between God and children, which produces in them a desire to draw near to Him.
Do you want your preschooler:
- To love listening to the Scriptures?
- To know Jesus talks to them at all times through their daily activities?
- To learn how to value quiet time with the Lord?
- To understand the Mass more fully?
Level I (for 3-6 year olds) For 2022-23, St. Hilary Church is offering a Level I Atrium Session once a week for children between the ages of 3 and 6 years old. NOTE: Children must be potty-trained and able to follow simple instructions. Thursdays 9:00-11:00 a.m. in the Lower level of the Spiritual Center. Tuition is $60 per child for the year.
Click here for the flyer and to register.
CONTACT: Jeannie Hohlefelder, 330-867-1055, ext. 213 or jhohlefelder@sthilarychurch.org
Vacation Bible School provides a unique way for children of the parish to learn about and celebrate their faith through Bible stories, exercise, music, games, and crafts. Anyone who loves children and enjoys involving them in these activities is encouraged to volunteer. Both adult and student volunteers (5th grade or higher) are needed to make Vacation Bible School a success.
CONTACT: Parish Office: 330-867-1055 or sthilaryvbs@gmail.com
SAVE THE DATE for this summer’s VBS! June 11-14, 2023
All girls are invited to join Daisies, Brownies or Girl Scouts. Currently, more than 200 girls participate. The Girl Scout program works to improve the girls’ self-esteem and their relationships with others. It emphasizes service to our church and community.
TIME COMMITMENT: There are many opportunities for adults to participate in Daisies, Brownies or Girl Scouts.
CONTACT: Parish Office: 330-867-1055 or church@sthilarychurch.org
The Catholic Church, the Diocese of Cleveland and St. Hilary Parish hold the protection of children as one of their highest priorities. To this end, the Diocese of Cleveland adopted a Policy for the Safety of Children in Matters of Sexual Abuse in 2003 and updated it in 2007 and 2016. This policy requires that education and training in the recognition and prevention of sexual abuse towards minor children be given to all Diocesan employees and to all volunteers who come in regular contact with children. This program is titled VIRTUS.
For information on what the Catholic Church has done to effectively respond to the sexual abuse by church personal, read the document from the US Conference of Catholic Bishops.
Outline of the requirements for volunteers working with children
Policy for the Safety of Children in Matters of Sexual Abuse (Revised 2016)
Standards of Conduct for Ministry (Revised 2016)