Weekly religious instruction is provided to public school children in grades Kindergarten through 8th. Classes are offered for grades K-5 on Wednesdays from 3:45-4:45pm and 5:15-6:15pm. Grades 6, 7, and 8 meet on Wednesdays from 6:45-8:15pm.
Our Catechesis program provides opportunities for children to grow in their faith through instruction in Catholic beliefs and traditions, participation in prayer and an understanding of how to live their faith each day.
Faith Formation is the best gift we can hand down to our children. At a child’s Baptism, each parent accepts the responsibility of training their child in the practice of the faith. The Church teaches that the parent’s role in the formation of Christian values in their children is irreplaceable. Our program aims to help you in your responsibility to pass down the teachings of Jesus revealed through His church.
Grade 2 will be prepared to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Communion. Grades 7 & 8 will be prepared to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation.
PREP fees are:
1 child - $75
2 children - $150
3 children - $180
4+ children - $200
Volunteers Needed - Catechists, Catechist Aides, and Substitute Catechists provide an indispensible service to our children and their families by sharing their faith and giving their time to explain the teachings of the Catholic Church. An additional benefit, catechists deepen their own faith through the experience of teaching it to others. PREP fees are waived for parents who volunteer as catechists. If you feel called to share the faith with our children, please contact Holly Keller at [email protected].
Catechists must be at least 18 years old, be practicing their Catholic faith, and pass a background check.