For Children.

Across the Catholic Parish of Guildford, there are lots of activities that can allow your child to grow in faith and community.

Baptism Preparation (age 0+)

Baby and Toddler Groups (ages 0-4)

Children's Liturgy (ages 4-10)

First Reconciliation and Holy Communion Preparation (school year 3+)

Altar Serving (school years 3+)

Youth Groups (school years 3+)

​Young children at Mass.

Children are a very important part of our Parish.  To help them feel welcome and engaged during Mass there are some resources available especially for them.

Children's friendly sheets

At every Sunday Mass we give out these sheets:
Look is for children between 4-9 years old.   Each week the Gospel story is explained in age appropriate language.  It also provides Gospel-focused activities and games for younger children to help each child get to know the person of Jesus.

Ichthus is for children who have received their first Holy Communion. It explains the readings of the day in accessible language and provides commentary on the action of the Mass.

Busy bags

At the back of the churches you will also find these bags for 0 to 4 year old's. In them you will find a little eye-spy flip book, prayer cards and a hand with a guide to Pope Francis' special five finger prayer. There are also a variety of board books and small creatures to hold on to.