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

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 and Aides 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.

P.R.E.P. offers preparation for the reception of the Sacraments of Reconciliation, First Eucharist and Confirmation.

 

REGISTRATION INFORMATION FOR 2020-2021

 Well, it was quite a different year for Religious Education.  The Corona-virus played havoc with the program.  The Religious Education year is behind us now and it is time for planning for next year. 

While we were caught off guard for what happened, I have started the planning for next year that I believe will include the ability to carry on with Religious Education, no matter what we face in terms of restrictions, policies and guidelines.  I am not sure exactly what the policies will be or what kind of restrictions we will face, but we will adjust.  I am sure, if in person classes are allowed, classes will be smaller.  So we will adjust.  It may mean dividing classes into smaller groups or something else, but we will handle it.  I do thank our teachers who adjusted and kept offering the lessons and the parents who stuck with the Religious Education.  It will benefit your children greatly.  I have decided to go with an updated version of the program we use that offers much more in terms of online materials and help.  That will take some getting used to, but it will benefit us in the long run.  Once everything has been decided by the Diocese and the State, I will let you know how everything will be handled.  

The registration form for students can be found under the Documents on this page.  Please be sure to use the correct form.  Those who are already in the Religious Education Program for our parish should use the form for returning students.  Those who are new, entering 1st grade or transferring from another Religious Education Program, must use the form for new students.  If you have problems downloading the forms,  email me (frmikestjoseph@optonline.net) and I will email the forms.  

I do have to ask if you would please register as soon as possible so that we make sure that we have the books on time (and save by receiving a discount for ordering before the deadline).  Please mail or drop off your forms at the Parish Office (currently, the office is open beetween 10:00 AM and 2:30 PM.   

I still do not know when we will be able to celebrate the Sacraments for the children waiting for 1st Reconciliation, 1st Eucharist and Confirmation.  I do know that it will happen and continue to pray for the right conditions.  I have been praying for those who are waiting as well.  

Please continue to pray for one another and for the children in Religious Education.  Our faith is important in coping with everything that can come up as we journey through life. 

If you have questions, please let me know and I will attempt to answer them to the best of my ability.