Godly Play & Children’s Liturgy of the Word (videos)

Godly Play presents our life with God through song, movement art and storytelling, and is a method of Christian education and spiritual direction offered by St. Austin's for children ages 3 - 5.

In Godly Play, children meet God through prayer listening to God's word, working with different art materials, and working with each other. Young children learn about the world around them by using all their senses.

The goal of Godly Play is to teach children the art of using religious language (the language of our Christian tradition) to help them become more fully aware of the mystery of God's presence in their lives.

Gospel Weeklies

The Gospel at Home (published by Pflaum) provides a short description of the Sunday Gospel and suggested activities and discussion starters for each age level. These easy-to-do ideas bring families together to share what each member has learned about the Gospel that they heard on Sunday.

• Our curriculum, Spirit of Truth, provides interactive sessions for every week, including sacred art reflections, stories of the saints, games, role-plays, and critical thinking questions, all designed to capture student attention.
• Spirit of Truth treats the Catechism age-appropriately, to connect with children of diverse backgrounds and differing familiarity with our faith.
• While it's important for children to understand the faith, Spirit of Truth helps them internalize the Faith and apply it to their lives, providing ample opportunity for them to reflect on their lived experiences.

Gospel Weeklies & Sophia Institute

St. Austin views faith formation as a total parish experience. Second grade curriculum includes sacramental preparation. 

For Parents: We offer a unique program for parents whose children are preparing for the reception of first Sacraments (Reconciliation and the Eucharist) or whose children are enrolled in the RCIA adapted for children (Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist, and Confirmation) as a component of their child’s formation and preparation. 

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First ReconcialiationFirst Communion

Contact Rachel Vaughn.

• Our curriculum, Spirit of Truth, provides interactive sessions for every week, including sacred art reflections, stories of the saints, games, role-plays, and critical thinking questions, all designed to capture student attention.
• Spirit of Truth treats the Catechism age-appropriately, to connect with children of diverse backgrounds and differing familiarity with our faith.
• While it's important for children to understand the faith, Spirit of Truth helps them internalize the Faith and apply it to their lives, providing ample opportunity for them to reflect on their lived experiences.

We've selected this curriculum to empower our youth to become evangelizers by sharing their faith with others. Our hope is that, through the guides, our young people internalize the lessons of their faith in such a way that they not only apply them to their personal choices but can confidently communicate with their peers. 

With topics on decision making, relationships, prayer, and finding your purpose, Decision Point will nurture your spiritual journey and provides an easy way to join in your child's faith journey.

Catholic Conversations   Books, Podcasts & Videos

• Called to Protect™ for Children is the safety education piece of our Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) program designed specifically for elementary grade students K-5.  It focuses on understanding rules, appropriate touch, boundaries, how to respond to uncomfortable situations and introduces technology safety.  Called to Protect for Children is not human sexuality education and is best described as age-appropriate safety education.

• Called to Protect™ for Youth gives our young people practical tools, in language and medium they can understand, to realize this fundamental teaching of our faith.This program is available to 6th through 12th graders in parishes and schools within the Diocese of Austin. The Diocese of Austin website provides parents with an overview of the program as well as additional resources.