Elementary & Jr. High School (PK-8)
Fr. Francis Le, O.P., 276-3455
Theresa Lutes, 646-3025
Children from Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade are taught the doctrines and practices of our Catholic faith. Children prepare for the sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist and in some cases Confirmation.
Catechetical Materials:
PK – Image of God Series
Grade 1-8 – Faith and Life Series, Newly Revised
High School (9-12)
Fr. Francis Le, O.P., 276-3455
Theresa Lutes, 646-3025
The goal of the High School program is to have youth understand, appreciate and articulate the basic beliefs of the Catholic faith and the principles of personal and social morality. In the Grade 9 and 10 classes, the focus is on preparing young people for Confirmation. Catechists hope to lead and support them in their journey toward ultimately making a commitment to the person of Jesus Christ, his Church and to the Catholic Christian way of life.
Catechetical Materials:
Grade 9-12 – Didache Series
Catechist Training
Fr. Francis, 276-3455
Theresa Lutes, 646-3025
Catechist training aims to form those entrusted with the task of catechesis to better understand their vocation to serve the Church’s catechetical mission. The central aim of catechesis is to invite and support Christian discipleship in that “catechists transmit not their own teaching but the teaching of Jesus Christ, the Truth that he communicates…and the Truth that He is.” (On Catechesis in our Time, 6) Formation sessions will be offered throughout the year.
Continuing Education (ages 17+)
Fr. Vincent Kelber, O.P., 276-3455
Theresa Lutes, 646-3025
Single sessions or mini-series which enables participants to reflect upon the Sunday Readings, or listen to guest speakers on topics on Catholic doctrine, practices, ecclesial writings, etc. Meetings are held on Sunday mornings from 10:40 – 11:50 a.m.
Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
Fr. Vincent Kelber, O.P., 276-3455
Jean Bennett, 332-2505
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the process by which men and women become members of the Catholic Church. During the process participants who are at different stages in their faith journey come to learn more about the Catholic Church. The RCIA process is ongoing; people begin whenever the Spirit moves them to inquire. There is no formal ‘start’. The RCIA goes on within the context of the parish community and, after a suitable period of formation, culminates in the reception of the Sacraments of Initiation at Easter Vigil. The same process is also used for children who are over 7 years old.
Confirmation – Adults
Fr. Francis Le, O.P., 276-3455
Theresa Lutes, 646-3025
Baptized Catholic adults (age 17+) that may have, for some reason, missed receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation are encouraged to attend spring classes. Presenters conduct a series of sessions covering the Creed, Sacraments, Eucharist, Life in Christ, Prayer and Church life.
Catechetical Materials:
Catholic Catechism for Adults
Bible, NAB or RSV
Catechism of the Catholic Church