Formation & Evangelization
Faith Formation
Faith Formation is the life long process of enhancing our relationship with Jesus Christ and the Church through a deeper understanding of our faith and it’s traditions. Living Christ’s command of evangelizing the world calls us, as re-iterated in the New Evangelization, to lifelong participation in formation of the Christian life. It is not reserved simply for children or those preparing to receive the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist); rather “faith must be known, celebrated, lived, and expressed in prayer." (NDC 20)
At St. Ignatius of Loyola, faith formation opportunities are offered for people of all ages, from early childhood to older adults. Please click on the link below to learn more:
Early Childhood Center
Fostering Active Learners and Lifelong Learners in a Supportive Environment.
EC/ Elementary Faith Formation
Elementary Formation encompasses children in Pre-K4 through Grade 5. We welcome the opportunity to help your children grow in their faith through Faith Formation.
Youth Ministry (Junior High & High School)
St. Ignatius Youth Ministry partners with Life Teen to Lead Teens Closer to Christ
Formation Commission
Goals 2025
Short Term Goals (1 year)
· Create a script for video in English and Spanish version to introduce the Formation Department to community.
· Develop a plan to address resources required to include formation of special needs community.
Long Term Goals (2 – 3 years)
· Publish a video in English and Spanish version to introduce the Formation Department to the community.
· Implement plan to address resources required to include formation of special needs community.
· Formation Commission will work with Formation Staff to create a bank of informational videos for catechists, parents, adult formation members, and parishioners. These videos may include but not limited to the following topics:
o Formation department introduction (see short term goal)
o How to:
- Request media
- Read a lesson plan
- Complete CMG course certification
o Fire/Emergency Procedures
o Drop-off and Pick-up procedures
Current Members
Ivette Morales - Pastoral Council (EC)
Emily Trahan (Early Childhood)
Karen Fuentes (Elementary)
Liz Novosad (Elementary)
Marcia Mazingo (Youth Ministry)
Bob Sandhaas - Co-chair (Youth Ministry)
Guillermo Rivera (Young Adult)
Ana Lilian Castillo (Adult & Evangelization)
Rita Olivier - co-chair (At-large)
Contact the Commisson
Formation Commission
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Edgar Barroso
Pastoral Associate for Formation and Evangelization (Adult Formation for Adult & Families)
Matt Zelinsky
Associate Director of Formation for Youth & Their Families
Young Adult Ministry
Viridiana Gamboa
Associate Director of Formation for Children & Their Families
