Parish Education


	Sacramental Preparation

Mission - to bring the Gospel to Life through learning, service, and spiritual formation.

The Religious Education Team works with the guidance of the Director of Religious Education. Each week during the school year they share and pass on what the Catholic Church has so generously given to all of us. They are the builders of the present and future Church.

Classes are held for kindergarten through ninth grade and meet September through May at the church. There are also youth group activities for middle school and high school students.

Sacramental Preparation

Baptism Call Deacon Harold at the church office to schedule.

Reconciliation - Preparation for the Sacrament of Reconciliation is a spiritual growth process for second graders which begins in the Fall and is normally celebrated in the spring.

First Eucharist - Preparing your child to receive Eucharist for the first time is a spiritual growth process for second graders which is normally celebrated in the spring.

Confirmation There are specific requirements for reception of this sacrament. Students who register for Confirmation classes receive detailed information regarding class schedule, requirements, and meeting dates for parents and sponsors. Confirmation is normally celebrated by the Bishop.

RCIA - The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults introduces adults to the Catholic Faith and the Catholic community. It is intended for those who wish to investigate membership in the Roman Catholic Church. This process if Inquiry and Faith Formation is an ongoing one and anyone at anytime may join us. Contact the parish office for further information.

RCIA - adapted for children Contact the Parish Office if you have a child who needs sacramental preparation and have missed the process through religious education.

Marriage Contact Deacon Harold eight to ten months prior to the wedding to begin preparation.

Anointing of the Sick Father James is available to celebrate this sacrament at the beginning of a hospital stay or the onset of serious illness. Anointing provides spiritual comfort and healing in time of illness.

Class Schedule

Religious Education registration is open through August 21st after all Masses. Registration forms also available in the office.

Classes begin Wednesday August 30th and are held Wednesdays at the following times:

Grades K-4 at 5:45-6:45pm Grades 5-9 at 7:00-8:00pm

For more information

Call the church office at (970) 686-5084 or email: ella@ourladyofthevalley.net