Parish School of Religion

2009-2010 PSR Calendar
Links
Introduction: Our Life of Faith Is a Journey
Attendance
Registration


2009-2010 PSR Calendar

September 2009

Sept. 16 – First PSR class
Sept. 23 – PSR class
Sept. 30 – PSR class

October 2009

Oct. 7 – PSR class
Oct. 14 – PSR class
Oct. 21 – PSR class
Oct. 28 – PSR class

November 2009

Nov. 4 – PSR class
Nov. 11 – No PSR class due to school holiday
Nov. 18 – PSR class
Nov. 25 – HAPPY THANKSGIVING – NO PSR class

December 2009

Dec. 2 – PSR class
Dec. 9 – Living Nativity Practice (6:00 – 7:30 pm.)
Dec. 16 – LIVING NATIVITY PROGRAM
Dec. 23 – CHRISTMAS VACATION – NO PSR class
Dec. 30 – CHRISTMAS VACATION – NO PSR class

January 2010

Jan. 6 – PSR class
Jan. 13 – PSR class
Jan. 20 – PSR class
Jan. 27 – PSR class

February 2010

Feb. 3 – PSR class
Feb. 10 – PSR class
Feb. 17 – PSR class
Feb. 24 – PSR class

March 2010

Mar. 3 – PSR class
Mar. 10 – PSR class
Mar. 17 – PSR class
Mar. 24 – PSR class
Mar. 31 – PSR class

April 2010

Apr. 7 – SPRING BREAK – NO PSR class
Apr. 14 – PSR class
Apr. 21 – PSR class
Apr. 28 – PSR class


Links

Confirmation Class Blog Site:  confirmationclass.blogspot.com


Our Life of Faith Is a Journey

The Catholic community of St. Rose of Lima is blessed to have several groups of dedicated and caring volunteers who support the families of our community.  One of these groups offers religious education to our children through the Parish School of Religion (PSR) program, by which all members can grow in knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of their Catholic faith.

One of the ways this is accomplished is by providing a structured formal religious education program to our children, beginning at four years old and continuing through Confirmation age youth.  A critical part of this process is the partnership that exists between the students, their parents, and the dedicated volunteers and staff that minister in the PSR program.  The partnership between the students and their parents is particularly essential if we hope to pass the treasure of our faith to our children, who are the future members of the Catholic community.

To enhance our children's education experience, parents and families must actively put their faith into practice, both at home and at church, including regular Mass attendance and reception of the sacraments whenever appropriate and possible.  You can be a part of your child's faith development if you assist your children in completing their homework assignments and projects, discuss learned religion concepts with them, and attend social functions of the parish outside of Mass.  These demonstrations of comitment to the teaching of the Catholic faith will build trust and reinforce what is being taught to the children in the classroom.

As a sign of our concern and support and realizing that we all share in this process, we urge you to pray, witness, and participate in the work of the Lord so that we may grow together in our faith.  We urge your support as parents, and as committed Catholic parishioners, to help with this critical part of our faith and to truly pass along the treasure of God's love for our children.

Parish Council
St. Rose of Lima


Attendance

Attendance is required for each student enrolled in our program.  If your child MUST be absent from class for any reason, you should call the Religious Education Office at 524-8202.  True readiness and long-term preparation are two of the criteria for the reception of the sacraments.

The CRE will need to consult with parents or adult guardians if any child misses more than three classes per PSR year.

Each child registered in PSR will gather for classes from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday evenings.  Your child's safety is important to us.  When classes have ended, please supervise your child in crossing the street.

Occasionally, groups may leave the classroom for adjoining church property in order to participate in various activities; the children will be accompanied by adults.

In the case of class cancellation due to weather we will attempt to contact you by phone.


Registration

Your family must be registered as parishioners of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church.

Your child must be baptized in the Christian faith, or you must show a willingness to have the child baptized, to be admitted to the PSR program.

Registration forms should be filled out by each family.

Fees:

    First Child:  $15.00
    Second Child:  $10.00
    Third Child:  $5.00

If paying by check, please make payable to St. Rose of Lima.