School of Religion
The Religious Education Program at St. Patrick is for children in grades K-8 who do not attend the parish school. Volunteer catechists instruct the students in Scripture, teachings of the Catholic Church, and preparation for the Sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation. Classes are held every Wednesday evening in the school from 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., September through May.
First Holy Communion
Preparation for First Holy Communion is a two-year program beginning in the fall of the 2nd grade and celebrating the sacrament in the spring of the 3rd grade. Students are taught by catechists, and participate in a First Communion retreat in the spring. Parents of First Communion students are required to attend classes with Father Mark.
Confirmation
Preparation for Confirmation is a two-year program beginning in the fall of the 7th grade and celebrating the sacrament in the spring of the 8th grade.The date of Confirmation is set by Archbishop Naumann. Students are taught by catechists, and participate in several activites as part of their prepartion for Confirmation. These activites include completing service hours and attending a retreat in the spring. Parents of Confirmation students are required to attend classes with Father Mark.
We welcome all, but there is a rule:
If you are a registered member of another Parish it is required that you have a Letter of Permission from your Parish Pastor to Ramona Galvan, DRE. It will need to be on your Parish letterhead, with your Pastor stating that he is giving permission for your child to take their Religious Education classes here at Saint Patrick Catholic Church. This letter must be submitted with your registration form for School of Religion.
Every child who enrolls in School of Religion must provide a copy of their Baptism Certificate.
For more information please contact Ramona Galvan at 913-299-3728 or by email at [email protected]
We are always looking for volunteers to help with the program, if you are interested in volunteering please contact Betty Battson.
Totus Tuus
Totus Tuus is a summer program that offers the youth in elementary and secondary grades the chance to learn, have fun, and grow in their relationship with Jesus during a weeklong summer camp. Young adults from the area come to teach classes and the kids just love it! If you are interested in signing up at St. Patrick (or a nearby parish), please contact Ramona Galvan at [email protected] or 913-299-3728.