Religious Education Program for Children St. Catherine’s Religious Education Program is grounded on the traditional teachings and practices of the Catholic Church. It is a gradual and continuous program, beginning with Grade 1 and continuing through Grade 8. Grade 2 is a Sacramental Year in which the children are prepared for their reception of these 2 Sacraments: First Reconciliation and then First Holy Communion. Preperation for the reception of the Sacrament of Confirmation is a 3 year process, beginning with Grade 6 and continuning through the completion of Grade 8. Reception of the Sacrament of Confirmation is usually in the Spring and administered to those who have successfully completed the Program and have met all Parish, Diocesan, and Canonical requirements.
As of the 2011-12 school year, we have adopted Ignatius Press' "Faith & Life" series for all grades. This highly acclaimed textbook series is known for putting a strong emphasis on catechesis thus making the most of your childs' weekly lesson. More information can be found at this link:
Ignatius Press Faith & Life
The Program is served by volunteer catechists, class aides, and various other assistants who by their very own commitment to God and Church, witness to the ultimate value of our faith and our loving relationship with God and each other, as Jesus has taught us to do. All volunteers, and especially parents, are expected to live out their Marriage and Baptismal promises and see that religious education continues at home by good example - especially by regular Mass attendance and prayer in the home. Contact Deacon Vincent Rinaldi for further information.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (R.C.I.A.)
R.C.I.A. is the result of the Second Vatican Council’s attempts to restore to practice the rites and procedures known in the early Church. It is a procedure wherein initiates, those wishing to enter the Catholic Church, go through a training and learning process. If interested, please call the Parish Office.
Scripture Study
The Ageless in the Lord scripture study group meets in the Parish Center Conference Room on Fridays from 2:00 – 4:00 P.M. In addition, there are other ongoing groups that meet in participant’s homes. Parishioners are welcome to join the Ageless in the Lord group or to start additional groups. For more information, please contact Mrs. Betty McCann.
