CCD – Religious Education

Religious Education Program 2009-2010

The sacramental preparation and religious education classes are open to all registered parishioners. Classes will meet on Sunday morning beginning on October 4, 2009 ending on March 21, 2010.  All classes will begin at 10:00 a.m. and end at 10:55 a.m.  Only two unexcused absences will be allowed before dismissal from the program.

Parents are strongly encouraged to enroll their children in the sacramental preparation classes at St. John’s.  Due to the growing number of students the most efficient way to serve all our families is by attending the classes.  If independent study is chosen the same requirements to determine readiness for receiving the sacraments will apply to all students.

St. John Cantius recognizes and respects the primary role of the parents in the education of their own children.  The means used for this education fall within the prerogative of the parents. However, the administration of the sacraments is the responsibility of the pastor.

Archdiocesan policy states that “The pastor or his designate shall determine the readiness of children in light of their disposition and preparation prior to the first reception of the sacraments” (canons 777 and 914) Therefore it is not permissible to present your child for any of these sacraments unless and until the child has been determined ready by the pastor.

All children preparing to receive the sacraments, whether attending classes at St. John’s or at home, must be registered in the program.

• The first class for all students and parents on October 4th will meet in the Church at 10 am.
• No classes will be held on Dec. 27 or Jan. 4, 2010.
• Classes end on March 21, 2010. 
• The First Confession will be on Saturday, April 10, 2010 at 9:15 am.
• The First Communion will be on April 11, 2010 at 10:30 am.
• The date for the Confirmation is May 22, 2010 at 7:00pm.
• The rehearsal will be on Thursday, May 20, 2010 at 7:30 pm.

Sacramental Preparation Classes:


First Holy Communion and First Confession Class

Children must be at least seven years old and must be in the second grade.
A photocopy of the child’s baptismal certificate is required at registration.
Ignatius Press Faith and Life series grade 2 text and selected materials
Mrs. Dorothy Amorella: teacher.

Confirmation Class

Children must be at least 11 years old and in the sixth grade.
A photocopy of the child’s baptismal certificate is required at registration
Ignatius Press Faith and Life series grade 7 text
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Uhalde: teachers

Continuing Catechesis:

Foundations of Faith: Catholic Teaching and Traditions

o A study of Jesus as our Guide
Open to children in third and fourth grades
Ignatius Press Faith and Life series grade 3 text
Mr. Chris Kennedy: teacher

o A study of the Creed
Open to children in fifth grade
Ignatius Press Faith and Life series grade 5 text
Mrs. Mary McCormack: teacher

o A study of the Fundamentals of Catholic Philosophy
Open to students age 13 and above
The Human Person: Dignity Beyond Compare text
St. Cecilia Congregation, Nashville, TN
Mr. Jack Manhire: teacher