*For Our Children — Coming this Fall Arabic & Religious Classes Children ages 6 to 13 Saturday Afternoons. We are currently seeking volunteers to teach either Catechesis or Arabic lessons. If you are interested, please contact Abouna Joe by June 14th. We express our gratitude in advance for your support in fostering our children’s development.

Registration Opens July 2026!

For more information, contact:

st.rafkacommunity@outlook.com

Source: The Holy Mystery of First Communion, A Maronite Catechism

Written and Illustrated by Fr. Paul Mooradd

Additional Materials:

Faith of the Mountain Student & Catechist books - Google Drive

Activities for Faith of the Mountain series - Google Drive

Saints coloring pages - Google Drive

The Holy Mysteries:

*Baptism/Chrismation and Crowning: Prearrangement required. Contact the parish office or Fr. Joe 1-5 months in advance.

*Penance (Reconciliation) and Anointing of the Sick: contact the office or Fr. Joe directly.

*Holy Orders: contact Fr. Christopher Nahra, Vocations Director: (586)630-0002 ext. 102 vocations@eparchy.org