Growing Faith and Engaging Hearts
Thank you to the Confirmation Candidates and Sponsors who attended our Confirmation Retreat. We had an inspiring presenter, Jeanine Walker, who is definitely a faith-filled Disciple of Christ. She kept everyone engaged and opened the hearts and minds of the Candidates and Sponsors to further develop their relationships with Jesus and to strive to become one of His Disciples.
I asked the Candidates and Sponsors for their feedback about the retreat. Their responses are below:
• I thought the retreat was very interesting, and everything we did had meaning. I also learned a lot of new things. I amgrateful I am able to be confirmed, and I’m grateful that I was able to attend this retreat.
• Today was fun, and I am so grateful for this retreat. Jeanine Walker had an impact on me. All the stories she shared were great.
• This was amazing, and I loved the games. The retreat showed how God loves us as His children no matter what.
• I really enjoyed today. I feel like I got to know my peers better. Jeanine Walker’s story really touched me. This retreat has made me think about a lot of things.
• Today was a very active learning day that I enjoyed. I would love to do this every year.
• It was nice to review things about our faith and to open our hearts. It was very enjoyable.
• I enjoyed the games and drawing activities about being a Disciple of Jesus.
• It was a fun retreat and a good way to learn more about Jesus.
• I think everything about the retreat was great. There was great interaction between the sponsors and the students. It was very enlightening.
• This was a very interactive retreat. I thought it was a good way to connect with the person you are sponsoring.
• Jeanine Walker is the best! This was a very fulfilling day.
• My experience today really opened my eyes. I knew that what I was asked to do was meaningful, but the meaning of being a sponsor really was revealed to me. I have been called by God to make a difference in this world in His name, and I plan to trust the plan He has set for me so I can guide others, especially who I’m sponsoring.
• This retreat helped open the door for more faith-based discussions with my brother who is making his Confirmation.
• The retreat seemed very relatable for the students. There were lots of good laughs during the activities.
Please keep our Confirmation Candidates and their Sponsors in your prayers as they prepare for the Sacrament of Confirmation and deepen their relationship with Jesus as they work toward becoming His Disciple
God Bless,
Sandy Acord
Director of Christian Formation
For information on Faith Formation or with
questions, please call the Formation office
at 586-264-7970
Sandy Acord, DRE, Ext. 233
Mary Loria, Administrative Assistant Ext. 231
Or email us at:
St. Martin de Porres & Protecting Children:
Safe Environment - information for parents
· Are you thinking about becoming Catholic?
· Do you know someone who is?
· Do you need to complete your Sacramental preparation?
St. Martin de Porres Parish has adult formation from September to February. Please contact the Parish Office at 586-264-7515 for more information on joining the program.
St. Martin de Porres - Christian Formation
Christian Faith Formation
Faith formation serves to guide Catholics in more fully proclaiming Christ as our center and light. By providing guidance, inspiration, and support in our journey with Christ, we inspire Christians to incorporate our faith in all aspects of their daily life.
Visit our Safe Environments page to learn more about our care of the children of St. Martin de Porres Parish
The Christian Faith Formation process at St. Martin de Porres is open to all children,
levels 1 through 9. Our classes begin in September and conclude at the end of April.
We welcome children from families of other parishes in the surrounding area. We
ask that families be registered at St. Martin de Porres Church, but it is not mandatory.
Programs Under Christian Faith Formation
· Religious Education
· Children’s Liturgy of the Word (11:00 a.m. Mass)
· Children’s Mass
· Summer Youth Group
· Vacation Bible School
· Level 8 Bible Study “Encounter”
Other Family Activities
· Children’s Rosary
· Family Mass
· Family Fun/Movie Night
· Tree-Trimming Service
Sacraments - Christian Faith Formation
· Reconciliation (First Confession)
· First Eucharist (First Holy Communion)
· Confirmation
Sacramental preparation takes place at home and during regular class time. We assist parents and guardians as they exercise their role as the first and best educators of their children in faith formation and the practice of the Catholic faith.
Adult Formation - OCIA
2024-25 Formation
class schedule:
Faith formation classes are
held on Tuesdays. Our
schedule of classes:
4:45 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Levels 5, 6, and 7
6:15 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Levels 1, 2, 3, 4, and 8
7:45 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Level 9 (Confirmation)
St Martin de Porres Church
31555 Hoover RD
Warren, MI 48093
Rev. Nicholas Zukowski, Pastor
Rev. Mr. Marion Jurewicz, Deacon
Tel: (586) 264-7515
Fax: (586) 264-4013
Formation: (586) 264-7970
E-mail: parishoffice@smdeporres.com