The Mission of the Faith Formation Office is to assist in the implementation of the Bishop's Vision for the Faith Formation Mission of the Diocese of Charlotte. Faith Formation Office provides programs which transmit the Gospel and so invite people to a personal and intentional faith in Jesus Christ. The programs offer the knowledge of how to practice the Catholic faith with coherent integrity as respecting and responsible citizens of this world and the next.

"...the definitive aim of catechesis is to put people not only in touch but in communion, in intimacy, with Jesus Christ..." (Catechesi Tradendae, 5)

"Do This in Memory of Me: "Building a culture of holiness and salvation -- with faith, reason, grace and excellence in virtue" -- Theme for the Year 2011-2012   "So that in all things God may be glorified." (1 Peter 4:11) -- Scriptural Focus for 2011-2012

GOALS OF THE FAITH FORMATION PROGRAMS

• To promote the knowledge of the Catholic faith
• To promote a knowledge of the meaning of the Liturgy and Sacraments
• To promote moral formation in Jesus Christ
• To teach the Catholic how to pray with Christ
• To prepare the Catholic to live in community and to participate actively in the life and mission of the Catholic Church through the parish and diocese
• To promote a missionary spirit that prepares the faithful to be present as Christians in society

FIVE PRIORITY GOALS OF USCCB

• Strengthening marriage
• Faith formation focused on sacramental practice
• Priestly and religious vocations
• Life and dignity of the human person
• Recognition of cultural diversity