Thursday, February 23, 2012

Spiritual development is made possible through the teaching of Religion as a subject in its own right and by incorporating religious teachings, particularly values, into other academic studies when appropriate.

All students take part in the Religion program. Students of other faiths are encouraged to share the happenings that are a part of their particular religious environment.

All religious backgrounds are respected.

Parents and the parish community are welcome to participate in our prayer and worship. (Please consult school calendar for the schedule.)

The following are ways that our students learn about God and His love for them.

PRAYER & WORSHIP

Mass

Mass will be celebrated by the students and staff one time per school week (more if there is a special feast day or holy day of obligation). Parents, parishioners, and other visitors are welcome.

Eucharistic Adoration

Eucharistic Adoration will be held approximately one time per month, on the First Friday of the month.

Penance Service

Penance Services/Sacrament of Reconciliation will be offered once per month for grades 3-6, and for second graders once they have received their first Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Stations of the Cross

Stations of the Cross will be commemorated during the Lenten season.

Prayer

Prayer is essential to the life of a Christian who is serious about following Christ. Each school day begins with prayer and a salute to our country's flag. There is prayer before lunch and at the close of the day. Opportunities for additional prayer time are allowed throughout the day for special circumstances and during the course of religious studies.