Our Religious Education programs for all grades have regular classes on Sundays. The cost for our program, from preschool through grade 10, is $75 for one child, $90 for two children, or $115 for three or more children in a family. Please contact Donna Wilson if you have any financial concerns.
Kingdom Kids, ages 3-6, preschool through kindergarten, meet during the 10:30 am Mass for a Children’s Liturgy of the Word and learning about Old Testament Heroes.
Elementary Students in grades 1-5 meet weekly with classes from 9:20 am to 10:20 am, between the Sunday morning Masses. Families are encouraged to choose the Mass that best fits their family, 8 am or 10:30 am. In addition, students and families of students who are preparing to receive the Sacrament of Holy Eucharist will be attending a teaching Mass one Sunday each month at 4:00 pm. These teaching Masses for students from both parishes will be held at St. Augustine in September, October and November and at Good Shepherd in January, February, and March. Preparation for the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be in the fall during regular classes with the celebration of the sacrament on a Saturday during Advent.
Middle School Students in grades 6 – 8 will meet alternating weeks on Sunday at 11:30 am to 1 pm, following the 10:30 Mass. We will explore the Old Testament, the story of salvation, sacraments, and church history. Please refer to the prepared schedule for specific dates.
High School Students preparing for the Sacrament of Confirmation will meet twice a month to expand their relationship with Jesus and explore our Catholic Faith. Confirmation Preparation for both parishes will meet together at Good Shepherd from September through December, and at St. Augustine January through April. Please refer to the prepared schedule.
YOUTH MINISTRY
All Middle and High School Students, grades 6-12 are invited to join our new Youth Ministry. We will meet once a month to build important relationships to support each other, discuss challenges faced by teens, study scripture, pray for and with each other. There is no cost for participation in the Youth Ministry activities; join us when you are able.
FAMILY OF FAITH
This year we will also introduce Family of Faith. Through a variety of platforms including workshops, discussions, guest speakers, and social gatherings parents can grow in support of each other in the joys and challenges of raising children in today’s culture. Potential topics include preventing and stopping bullying, stress and peer pressure for our youth, how to talk to youth about sexuality, instilling Christian values, and impact of social media on our families. Your input and participation will help our parish to grow as a Strong Catholic Family.
Contact Donna Wilson, religiouseducation@staugustinesmillville.com or at 508-883-8794 to register or volunteer!