Faith in Action 12-17 years
Recognising, rewarding and celebrating the active faith and service of young people (see article below)
catechists.chard.englishmartyrs@Cliftondiocese.com
https://faithinactionaward.co.uk/overview
Up coming Activisties
Wednesday 11th March 7:00pm: Stations of the Cross for all youngsters and their families; come and follow the path that Jesus experienced during his Passion
Friday 20th March 5:00pm to 8:00pm: Catechsis for 12–17-year-olds inclusive of Faith in Action. Includes dinner at 5:00pm. A focus on the Passion of Christ and what it means for us today. Stations of the Cross at 6:30pm followed by some discussion and team involvement. For catering purposes, please let Tom or Catherine know that you are coming at catechists.chard.englishmartyrs@Cliftondiocese.com.
Friday 27th March 5:15pm to 7:00pm: All youngsters, as part of their Easter preparations, are invited to attend Penance (Confession), Prayer (Eucharistic Adoration and Mass), and Pizza (...and games, in the hall). For catering purposes, please contact: catechists.chard.englishmartyrs@Cliftondiocese.com.
Mini Vinnies - Children aged 7-11 Years
Mini Vinnies are the junior branch of the St Vincent de Paul Society (SVP) for children aged 7-11 years. Their motto is to 'See, Think and Do!' All children are invited to attend once a month prior to the Children's Mass in the church hall at 10:15am. Activities are fun and include arts and crafts, prayers and opportunities to see, think and do in relation to their faith. For more information please email: catechists.chard.englishmartyrs@cliftondiocese.com.'7
Faith sessions for youngsters age 12-17
Parents are the prime faith educators of their children. To support you in this challenging task English Martyrs provides one session every two months for youngsters, age 12-17 inclusive, to learn about key aspects of their faith. The next session is on Friday 20th March 2026 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Dinner will be included and so, for catering purposes, booking is essential.'
For more information and to reserve a place contact catechists.chard.englishmartyrs@Cliftondiocese.com
Confirmation age 14 +
An application to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation must be signed by the young person wishing to receive the sacrament, and a parent or guardian. English Martyrs does not have a bespoke programme for confirmation, rather it prepares children for the sacrament as part of its Faith in Action scheme. Children preparing for confirmation are expected to fully participate in the scheme which helps them to become more conversant with their faith and to put it into action.
The application form may be downloaded here. Word Format
The application form may be downloaded here PDF Format
