Religious Formation

Religious Formation 2023-2024 Registration IS NOW CLOSED with the exception of EDGE and Becoming Catholic for Kids. If you have missed the registration deadline and would still like to register for faith formation, please contact Amy Wyss, Director of Religious Education, at [email protected].

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Programs

CATECHESIS OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD: Grades PreK-5

Montessori methodology (hands-on) religious formation for children in which they grow in their love of Jesus and their desire to follow Him.

  • CGS Level I is for PreK-K (Note: PreK must be 3 years old and potty trained by September 1st)
  • CGS Level II is for Grades 1-3
  • CGS Level III is for Grades 4-5

Please Note: for 2nd graders, CGS will include First Reconciliation/Communion Prep.

CONNECT: Grades K-5

Religious education program for parents and children using the Bible, adult small group learning and discussions, classes for kids, lessons for home, and community service.

Please Note: for 2nd graders, CONNECT will include First Reconciliation/Communion Prep.

CONNECT PARENT FORMATION

Full Library of CONNECT Videos

EDGE: Grades 6-8

A middle school youth group that is a faith-filled, fun, and relationship-building ministry anchored in the love and teachings of Jesus.

Please Note: If you desire 6th-8th Grade Confirmation Prep, please be sure to select the EDGE with Confirmation Prep option when you register.

BECOMING CATHOLIC: Age 7 years old – Grade 8

A pathway for children seven years of age through 8th grade who missed the Sacraments of Baptism and/or First Communion.

HOMESCHOOL: Grades 1-5

Enables families to teach their children the Catholic Faith at home using the Bible along with lessons, resources for parent and child, service opportunities, and catechists’ support

Please Note: for 2nd graders, homeschool will include First Reconciliation/Communion Prep.

SPECIAL NEEDS FORMATION: All Ages

All are welcome in this offering that adapts to the learning styles of children with special needs as we help them better understand the Catholic Faith and sacraments.

Sacramental Preparation

FIRST RECONCILIATION/COMMUNION: Grade 2

For all second grade students preparing to celebrate God's forgiveness of sin and to receive Jesus in the Most Holy Eucharist.

Are you a Catholic school student (not OLGC school) seeking these Sacraments? If so, please email Lyndsey Osterholt at [email protected].

All second grade students preparing for the Sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Communion will sign up for and attend Retreats regardless of the school attended. Retreat fees will apply and more information will be communicated on the website page below and via email.

First Reconciliation & First Communion Page

CONFIRMATION: Grade 6-8

Led by the Holy Spirit, and anchored in the love of Jesus and His Church, students are prepared for Confirmation in community with other youth.

All students preparing for the Sacrament of Holy Confirmation will sign up for and attend Retreats regardless of the school attended. Retreat fees will apply and more information will be communicated on the website page below and via email.

Confirmation Page

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Protect Young Eyes

Protect Young Eyes was founded in 2015 by Chris McKenna who spent twelve years in business advising with Ernst & Young and six years in full-time middle school ministry. He saw the vast needs of parents as they navigated the technology landscape with their children and the myriad of challenges it presented. Protect Young Eyes is his passion and he now travels the country, speaks on news and radio programs, and is deeply committed to helping defend kids from online dangers.

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Compass aims to anticipate the needs of Catholic parents, accompany them through the trials and joys of family life, and point them to faithful answers to life's difficult questions.

Compass Website

Our Team is Here to Help!

Amy Wyss

Director of Religious Education

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Jamie De Marco

Confirmation Coordinator

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Lyndsey Osterholt

First Communion, High School Youth Ministry Coordinator

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John Zylka

Middle School Youth Ministry Coordinator

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Kate Shortal

Religious Education Administrative Assistant

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