Many
parishes offer early childhood programs and services that meet
the needs of families with young children, from six months to
five years old, who desire quality child care and age
appropriate faith formation and educational opportunities for
their children. Families experience welcoming, supportive
atmospheres, where Catholic values and identity are paramount
and parish/ home collaboration is encouraged. Resources and
professional growth opportunities, including an annual
conference, “Let the Children Come”, are available for parish
leaders and early childhood educators.
Many
parishes offer early childhood programs and services that meet
the needs of families with young children, from six months to
five years old, who desire quality child care and age
appropriate faith formation and educational opportunities for
their children. Families experience welcoming, supportive
atmospheres, where Catholic values and identity are paramount
and parish/ home collaboration is encouraged. Resources and
professional growth opportunities, including an annual
conference, “Let the Children Come”, are available for parish
leaders and early childhood educators.