Parish Group
Fersan El-Adra
Children encountering Jesus with Mary through vibrant catechesis and joyful community.
Registration Form
Fersan El-Adra Registration 2023-2024
From its humble origins over 50 years ago in a small village in Northern Lebanon, the Fersan movement has spread across the world, bringing Jesus to children.
At Saint Charbel Parish Ottawa we welcome over 250 children bi-weekly. Children from kindergarten to age 12 gather to learn about the Maronite Catholic faith, its values, the foundations of the Church, and the Holy Bible.
Leaders
Fersan El-Adra Teacher's Portal
Coordinators, catechists, and youth leaders use this portal to organize lessons, download resources, and prepare hospitality for every gathering.
- Volunteers
- Dozens of catechists
- 6–12 Years Old
- Kindergarten to Grade 6
- Languages
- Arabic · English · French
Lesson leaders, assistants, ushers, and hospitality stewards accompany each class.
Seven levels accompany children from their first rosary to living the sacraments.
Lessons and the family Mass are animated in all three languages.
Scenes from our community
Glimpse the prayer, formation, and friendship that animate Fersan El-Adra.
About this ministry
From its humble origins more than 50 years ago in a small village in Northern Lebanon, the Fersan movement has spread worldwide, bringing Jesus to children and forming Marian disciples. At St. Charbel Parish Ottawa, more than 250 children from kindergarten through age 12 gather bi-weekly to discover the Maronite Catholic faith, its values, the foundations of the Church, and the beauty of the Holy Bible.
What you will experience
- Over 250 children welcomed every other week for faith, friendship, and formation
- Sessions rooted in Maronite tradition, Scripture, and the sacraments
- Parents supported with resources to continue prayer and service at home
Examples of our activities
- Faith lessons rooted in Scripture and Maronite tradition
- Music, crafts, and games reinforcing each gathering’s theme
- Seasonal service projects alongside parish families
Activities for you & your family
Activitées en famille
Le Sacrement de la Pénitence
Guide bilingue pour préparer les enfants à la confession.
Catéchisme de l'Église catholique pour les jeunes
Christmas Lesson / Leçon de Noël
Activities and prayer service for the Nativity.
Preparation for the Advent Season / L'Avent
Théobule, les enfants connectés à la parole de Dieu
Un zeste d'espérance – Avent dans la ville
Pentecost / Pentecôte
Lesson plan and crafts for celebrating Pentecost.
La Vierge Marie
Télécharger tous les dossiers!
Sur le chemin d'Emmaüs
Reflection and activity sheets for families.
The Lost Sheep / La Brebis Perdue
Short catechesis and craft template.
La Guérison de l'Aveugle
Lectio sheets and games.
Palm Sunday Lesson / Leçon des Rameaux
Procession outline and coloring pages.
Lavement des Pieds
Holy Week service outline.
Other fun links
Autres liens intéressants
Formation Path
What are our children learning?
We meet every second Saturday from September to June in the Hardini Center. Gatherings start at 3:45 PM until 5:30 PM, followed by the children's Mass from 5:30 – 6:30 PM. The Mass is celebrated in French, English, and Arabic, animated by Saint Charbel’s youth choir and served by the children.
Every meeting has three major parts: prayer, Bible teaching, and a fun game or activity inspired by the subject of the meeting.
Level 1
6 years old
Jesus is my Light
Level 2
7 years old
First Communion Preparation
Level 3
8 years old
Jesus is the centre of my life
Level 4
9 years old
New Testament
Level 5
10 years old
Old Testament
Level 6
11 years old
The first five Sacraments
Level 7
12 years old
Sacraments of Marriage and Order
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