Next Gen Ministry
Faith at every age and every stage
We support parents in their role as primary educators in the faith of their children. We also assist in preparing children and teens for the sacraments, including First Reconciliation, First Holy Communion and Confirmation. If you have questions, would like to enroll your child, or wish to volunteer, just get in touch. We look forward to a great year of learning to live and love like Jesus.
The Crèche · Children's Nursery
The Crèche is our children's nursery for kids younger than 3. We offer a safe, loving environment for your little one at the Sunday 9 AM Mass. Pre-registration is not required — simply follow the signs on arriving at the church.
Jesus Jam
Jesus Jam is a high-energy, interactive, multimedia faith experience packed with fun for kids three and up. Join us during every 9 AM Sunday Mass. It's where every kid loves to belong. Pre-registration is not required — Jesus Jam takes place in Tarantino Hall to the left of the church.
Kids Connect
After the Sunday 9 AM Mass, kids in 1st–3rd grades are invited to the St. Hilary School Library (10:00–10:30 AM) for Kids' Hospitality — complete with donut holes and juice boxes. Then they dive into age-based small groups that replace online lessons with real conversation and connection. Children learn from one another, grow in faith, and discover how the gospel comes alive in their daily lives.
SPARK · Light the World On Fire
All 4th–8th graders are invited to join us two Sunday evenings each month to enjoy a light meal, play fun games, discuss timely faith topics relevant to tweens and teens, and take part in service work together. SPARK stands for Service, Prayer, Actions, Relationships & Kindness.
Small Groups
Life is not meant to be lived alone
You were created to experience life with other people, and that's why at St. Hilary we encourage everyone to get into a small group. A small group is three or more people who gather each week to talk about important issues, pray, and just do life together — all in a relaxed, informal and safe environment.
The best way to experience a small group is to dive in. There's never an obligation to continue — you can just come as a guest and check it out.
Group leaders: you can manage your small group online. You must be the designated leader of a group and have an account in our church system — contact Lisa Rosenlund if you need access.
Pray
Prayer, in many forms, accessible to all
Prayer Wall
Prayer is powerful. Whatever you or someone you love is struggling with, we want to pray for you. Submit a prayer request and our team will pray for your intention.
The Adoration Chapel
Our cozy chapel, nestled against the base of the Tiburon Ridge and opening onto a sunlit courtyard, is an intimate and tranquil place for peaceful meditation. Spend time in silent prayer before Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament, or explore the rustic trail leading up to the outdoor Stations of the Cross. Sign up as a regular adorer or a sub using our AdorationPro software, or drop in any time Monday–Friday, 9 AM – 4 PM.
The St. Hilary Prayer Book
Families that pray together tend to stay together — it's the same with churches. We spent a year learning about and practicing prayer, writing a short article each week on a different style or way of praying. Those articles have been collected in a book that we're offering to you free of charge.
Pray the Rosary
Catholics use a rosary as they meditate on the life of Jesus and call on Mary to offer their prayers to God. Catholics do not worship Mary or the saints, but ask them to pray to God on their behalf. We approach Christ through Mary — His Mother and our Mother — because of her special connection with Him and with us. When we turn to her in prayer, she immediately guides us to Christ.
Learn Centering Prayer
Centering Prayer is a receptive method of Christian silent prayer which deepens our relationship with God. A series of seminars is offered by parishioners Lee and Britta Eskey, qualified Centering Prayer presenters.
Mass Intentions
Request that a Mass be offered for a loved one, living or deceased. View the current schedule of Mass intentions and reserve a date.
Share Your Faith
Sharing your faith is easy
Whether young or old, it's easy to share your faith with others. The best way is to invest in someone — a friend, acquaintance or loved one — and, when the time is right, invite them to go to Mass with you, join a small group, or pray together. Download one of our digital invitations to send through text, social media or email, and be sure to follow up.
Be a loving example
- Take the high road. Be an example of love, mercy and forgiveness.
- Be thoughtful and kind. Ask yourself before reacting: Is it necessary? Is it kind? Do I need to be right?
- Pray for God to open a door — for the person you want to know the faith and experience healing.
- Help others, and receive help from others, with love.