Enroll in Religious Education - Our Lady of Lourdes Church

GOAL

Our Lady of Lourdes Religious Education process strives to develop and cultivate the Faith in every area of life of the child, young adult and adult of the Parish. Faith is a life-long process and is not accomplished quickly, nor is it complete after a certain number of years. Knowledge of one’s religion and living out of one’s faith is ongoing. Growth and change are an integral part of the process.

Catechesis educates the child and young adult in the living Faith of the Church and is designed to help at each stage of human development. Teaching the Gospel values encourages a harmonious development of the spiritual, intellectual, moral, physical and social skills of each child, young adult and adult.

OBJECTIVES

The purpose of our Religious Education Program at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish is to enrich and challenge the lives of our young people with the Gospel message by word and example, in a loving and caring Christian community.

Our program recognizes that parents are the primary educators of their children in the ways of our Faith. With this in mind, our objective is to assist the children in recognizing our commitment, as a historical people, to the mission of Jesus. The elements of service, teaching prayer, Sacraments and community are part of the continuous tradition of the Catholic Church. We strive to affirm and supplement, but never replace, religious education in the home.

Believing that religious education is a lifelong process, it is necessary for parents to be actively involved in the formation of the faith of their children. The Religious Education process awakens faith through discovery and understanding of God’s active presence in our lives while attempting to elicit a free and loving response of that faith from each child, young adult and adult.

CLASSES

Our Religious Education Program provides a two-year sacramental preparation for both First Holy Communion and Confirmation. Classes are held once a week, with two available sessions at 4:00 PM and 6:30 PM, running from mid-September through the end of April. The sessions take place at the Christian Formation Center. Pre-registration and a copy of the child’s Baptismal Certificate are required for enrollment.

Additional information may be obtained by contacting the Religious Education Office at 561-483-2440 Ext 1429

2025-2026 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PROGRAM

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED FOR THE 2025–2026 YEAR

Registration for the 2025–2026 Religious Education program is now closed, as all classes have reached full capacity.

We warmly welcome all students registered for our First Communion and Confirmation programs this year. May your journey in faith be meaningful, joyful, and spiritually enriching. We look forward to a blessed year ahead together!

Questions?

For further information or assistance, please contact the Religious Education Office at
561-483-2440, ext. 1429, or email mwilliamson@lourdesboca.org.

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Class Schedule

Wednesdays

4:00 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. – First Communion Classes Only
6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. – First Communion and Confirmation Classes

Baptism for Older Children

If your child is 8 years old or older and has not yet been baptized, please contact the Parish Office at 561-483-2440 after they have begun Religious Education classes to arrange for the Sacrament of Baptism.

A Blessed Milestone in Faith: Confirmation Class of February 2025

On Saturday, February 1st, 2025, we were truly blessed to witness 19 young adults receive the Holy Sacrament of Confirmation. This special occasion marked a significant milestone in their faith journey, as they received the gifts of the Holy Spirit and publicly renewed their commitment to living out their Catholic faith.

As a parish, we celebrate this beautiful moment with each of them, recognizing their dedication to growing in relationship with God. Their faith and commitment to Christ were also evident in the countless hours they’ve given back to the parish community. Through their involvement in events like Parish Breakfasts, Dinners, Trunk or Treat, the Thanksgiving Food Drive, and the Christmas Toy Drive, they have demonstrated the love, generosity, and service that Christ calls us to share with one another.

We are so grateful for the example these young adults set for all of us, showing us how faith is meant to be lived – through action and service. May the Holy Spirit continue to guide each of you as you move forward in your journey of faith. It has been an honor to walk alongside you during this important chapter, and we look forward to the many ways you will continue to serve God and others.

Congratulations to all our Confirmands and thank you for being shining examples of faith in action!

Mon, Tues, Thurs:
8:00 a.m. – 12 Noon and 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Wednesday 1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

PROTECTING YOUR KIDS ON SOCIAL MEDIA

BECOME A CCD CATECHIST

Please consider volunteering in our Religious Ed program during the next school year. We are always in need of teachers, assistants, office help, and traffic monitors. Teen Helpers are also needed. Help bring our children closer to Jesus. We will train you.

If you have any questions please contact the Religious Ed office at 561-558-1429 or complete the contact form below.

Serving at the Altar and assisting the Priest at Mass is an awesome privilege that allows children who have made their first communion to grow closer to God and serve the Church. Altar Servers get a “behind the scenes” look at the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass that few others will ever have. It is a great honor and a commitment on the part of the server and their families.

Anyone who is interested in serving should contact the Parish Office at 561-483-2440 to sign up for training