Dear Parents & Guardians,

I hope you are all well and gearing up for a wonderful school year!  After much prayer and consideration, and taking into account both the summer survey results and the added complications that COVID-19 has brought into light, we have concluded that the majority of our religious education program (minus sacramental years) will be home based this year.  

That being said, and as terribly sad I am to miss seeing the children (and you!) in person, I am very excited about the great opportunity this presents to our families!  We will continue using our Alive in Christ curriculum, however we will provide access at home through the Flipgrid platform (very similar to Google Classroom or Seesaw) that provides videos, links to songs and activities, access to the ebook, e-assessments and opportunities for child responses/community through video and pictures! This format also offers families with multiple children to cover topics together as a family.  This will be for the following grades: First Communion Year 1, 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th. If you would like resources for your Preschool or Kindergarten child, we are providing Zoom sessions for parents on bringing scripture into the family home through our Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program. More information and registration can be found on the CGS website. 

In addition, we will also provide monthly family formation suggestions and activities to foster the growth of your domestic church!  

We will also offer a once a semester opportunity to gather together as families in the church for an Advent and Lent faith experience.

First Reconciliation/First Communion Prep Year 2
We will continue using the Blessed program from Dynamic Catholic.  We will meet with Year 2 students approximately every other week in the Isidore Room (or outside as weather permits) from 5:45-6:45 PM on Wednesdays.  Simultaneous Zoom option available for those unable to come in person.  It will be coupled with home activities through Flipgrid.  If schools must change to a remote learning model, we will adjust accordingly.

7th and 8th Grade (Confirmation Years 1 and 2):
7th and 8th graders will meet on alternating weeks on Wednesdays from 6-7 PM, in person in the Martha and Mary Room.  Simultaneous Zoom option available for those unable to come in person.  If schools go remote, we will continue with Zoom only.  
In-Person Requirements:  With the best interest of everyone’s health and safety in mind, we will follow all the guidelines recommended by the county.  Temperatures will be checked at the car when the child is dropped off.  Everyone will remain 6 feet apart. Masks are required. We have increased sanitation and accessibility to hand washing/hand sanitizer. 

Please register as soon as possible (August 30th deadline) so we can compile our grade communities!  Please note that if you have any hardship with finances, please reach out to me.  Holy Spirit will never allow finances to be a hindrance in receiving religious education at your parish! 

If you have any questions or concerns, please email them to me and I would be happy to compile an FAQ to send to everyone! 

REGISTER HERE.

Maureen Leach
Director of Religious Education
Holy Spirit Catholic Church 
mleach@hscatholic.org
913.951.5134

First Communion Year 2 
In Person Meeting Dates
Wednesdays, 5:45-6:45 PM
First Semester: 9/23, 10/7, 10/21, 11/4, 11/18,12/2 (First Reconciliation), 12/16 (Family Advent Formation),
Second Semester: 1/13, 1/27, 2/10, 2/24, 3/10, 3/24, 4/14, 4/28, 5/12. 
First Communion Weekend - April 18 at 1 PM & 3 PM Mass

Confirmation Year 1
In Person Meeting Dates
Wednesdays, 6:00-7:00 PM
 First Semester: 9/30, 10/14, 10/28, 11/11, 12/2, 12/16 (Family Advent Formation)
Second Semester: 1/13, 1/27, 2/10, 3/31, 4/21, 5/5, 5/19. 

Confirmation Year 2
In Person Meeting Dates
Wednesdays, 6:00-7:00 PM
First Semester: 9/23, 10/7, 10/21, 11/4, 11/18, 12/9, 12/16 (Family Advent Formation)
Second Semester: 1/6, 1/20, 2/3, 2/24, 3/3, 3/17 (Lent Family Formation), 3/24, 4/14, 4/28, 5/12. 
 

Class Fees:

• One Child - $100

• Two Children - $150

• Three or more Children - $200

Sacramental Fees:

• $40 per child for First Reconciliation/First Communion

• $50 per child for Confirmation

If you would like information about School of Religion at Holy Spirit Parish, please contact Maureen Leach at 913.492.7382.