Let the children come to me and do not hinder them. It is to just such as these that the Kingdon of God belongs.

Registration for the 2024-2025 year is now taking place
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 The Parent Handbook, which includes registration forms for both returning students and new students, will be found under the Documents section of this page.  The calendar for Religious Education classes and Sacraments may also be found under the Documents Section of this page.  

Please print the Parent handbook, which include registration forms for both returning and new students.  Complete the correct registration form and return it, along witht the Parent agreement and any documentation needed, to the Parish Office.   Please remember, we need the Baptism certificate for anyone entering 1st grade or transferring from another Religious Education Program.  

 The Religious Education of our young people is very important to the Parish Community.  We offer Religious Education for grades 1 thru 8.  We have very dedicated Catechists who are committed to sharing our faith with the young people enrolled in the Religious Education Program. 

 We do believe that the primary Catechists for children are the parents.  In order for the children to have the best experience it is necessary for parents to be actively involved in the Religious Education of their children by talking about matters of faith and sharing in the experiences of the children.  Participating in the Sacramental life of the Church is also extremely important.  We experience the Sacramental life of the Church by coming together as a community of faith to receive the Sacraments, most importantly, the Body and Blood of Christ in the Eucharist at Mass each week and on Holy Days.  

 The Parish Religious Education Program (P.R.E.P.) offers children the opportunity to learn about faith, their relationship with God and to be prepared for the reception of the Sacraments of Reconciliation, First Eucharist and Confirmation.  It is quite evident that the only way a child can be fully prepared is by a combination of learning experiences - Religious Education Classes, The practice of faith at home and gathering together with the community to celebrate and receive God's loving gift of the Eucharist.  When one part of the Religious Education of the children is missing, the entire Religious Education experience of the child is weakened and very often leaves a child confused.  What they learn in class can only become meaningful when the Faith is practiced, i.e. praying at home, going to Mass, receiving the Sacraments.  A child cannot be ready to receive the Sacraments without a complete Religious Education experience - at home, at Religious Education and at Mass.  If Religious Education is to have the desired result of drawing a child to a closer relatioship with God, then God must be given priority over those things that get in the way.  It takes a real commitment on the part of parents.  

 If you wish for your child to particiapte in P.R.E.P., and are fully commited to the Religious Education of your child, we invite you to enroll your child in the Parish Regious Education Program for grades 1-8.  

 You will find the Parent Handbook for the Parish Religious Education Program as well as the registration forms under the DOCUMENTS section of this page.  Please print the handbook and read all of the material, complete the registration form, sign the parent-parish agreement and return it to the parish office by the stated deadline.  

 Please be sure to complete the correct registration form - there is one for new students (1st grade and those transferring from another program) and one for returning students. (both are included in the Parent Handbook)  Please remember that registrations are accepted on a first come, first served basis.  Once a class has reached its capascity, no other students will be placed in that class.  

 May we always accept God's gifts with open hearts.  

Online Resources for Parents

Ascension Presents YouTube Channel – a catalog of videos explain some of the very common or challenging questions parents may face about our faith

Word on Fire with Bishop Barron – Bishop Barron explains various teachings of the Church, especially as they relate to modern questions

BustedHalo.com – Busted Halo “ is a unique media resource that utilizes a relevant and accessible voice to help people understand the Catholic faith, put it into practice in their everyday lives, and share it with others.”  Very practical and explains Catholic teaching in a down-to-earth way.

CatholicsComeHome.org – Great resource for anyone who has been away from the Church and is coming back or considering returning.