Parents are the primary catechists for their children.  They teach the faith though words and actions, everyday.  Our parish faith formation program is here to support parents in that role.  We offer programs for children grades PreK through 8 and preparation for the sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation.

Since the pandemic continues to be with us, and some younger children cannot yet be vaccinated, we recommend that children continue to wear masks in class.  And we understand that some families may not want to send their children to in-person classes. 
So we will be continue to offer home study materials to those families.
Parents can choose one of the class sessions or take materials to use at home, as well as online resources available through our publisher.

PreK through Fourth Grade:

The class sessions are held during the Sunday Mass at 9:30am.  All Sunday classes conclude with the children entering the church to celebrate the Liturgy of the Eucharist with the parish family of St. Denis. All parents are expected to be in the church to meet their children.

Fifth/Sixth Grade:
Meet in the classroom between Masses on Sundays at 10:30am.

7th & 8th Grade and above are prepared for Confirmation with classes on selected Sundays.

Special Events
Throughout the year there will be special social and service event opportunities for all ffamilies to participate in.   There are service projects, retreats, and other special events available throughout the year. Check the schedule at the right and our weekly bulletin for more details.

Materials
Students in 1st through 6th Grade classes will be using materials published by
Pflaum Publishing Company. Their website includes a section for parents and children.
Visit www.pflaum.com.

7th & 8th Grade use the Catholic Connections Handbook for Middle Schoolers and the Catholic Youth Bible, both from St. Mary's Press.

Safe Environment Training
All faith formation students are taught personal safety rules appropriate for their age level.
All catechists complete an online training course.

For More Information Please Contact: Lucy Soltau at lsoltau@stdenisparish.org