When are classes held?
Classes will continue to meet on Sundays with classes for grades 1-8 meeting from 9a.m. to 10:15 a.m. and High School students meeting from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. All students will meet weekly with ocassional special events and time taken off for holidays.
Classes for students in Grades 1-5 will begin with a family program on September 11th at 9:30 a.m. Students in Grades 6-8 will begin the year with a special Connect Session for parents and students from 11:30a.m. to 1 p.m. on September 18th.
High School Students will gather to kickoff their classes on Sunday, September 25th at 11:30.
Preparation for the Sacraments
In keeping with diocesan policy, preparation for the sacraments of Reconciliation (aka Confession or Penance) Eucharist ( aka communion) and Confirmation are readiness based and freestanding, in addition to our regular weekly classes. Catholic School students are exected to prepare for the sacraments in the parish where their family is registered.
Cost
We ask that parents do their best to make a donation of $40 per student or $100 per family, however we know that many families are struggling financially at this time and no one will be turned away if they cannot make a donation toward their child's religious education. Please do not hesitate to register your child even if you are unable to make a donation this year.
How Do I Register?
Follow the Registration link here and it will take you to the online registration form. You may also download a hard copy from that page if you prefer or contact the religious ed office to have a copy mailed to you.
How Can I get Involved?
We are always in need of parent to volunteer as Catechists (aka teachers), Substitutes and Hall Monitors. Contact Mrs. Sweeney for a converstation about putting your talents to the service of this important ministry.
Looking for something for your younger children?
This fall our parish began a Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program for children 3 through Kindergarten. Click here to learn more about this program.
Feel Free to Contact Us
If your family will be new to our religious education program or you simply have questions please feel free to reach out to our Religious Education Director Mrs. Sweeney at 978-632-0253 or religioused@annunciationgardner.org.