Disputation of the Holy Sacrament
Religious Education

Faith Formation

We accompany children, youth, and families as they come to know Christ, live the Catholic faith, and prepare reverently for the sacraments.

The Path of Formation

Faith Formation at St. Joseph is the parish path of catechesis for families. Classes help students grow in prayer, Scripture, the Catechism, liturgical life, and Christian service, with focused sacramental preparation.

Program Contact

For registration, sacramental requirements, or scheduling questions, contact the parish office.

Stages & Sacraments

The journey of discipleship in our parish.

Starts at around age 5

First Communion Preparation

A 2-year program focused on preparing children to celebrate Confession reverently and receive the Holy Eucharist.

Year 1First Communion
Year 2First Communion
Starts at around age 12

Confirmation Preparation

A 3-year program of doctrine, service, and preparation to be strengthened by the Holy Spirit and take up a mature Catholic life.

Year 1Confirmation
Year 2Confirmation
Year 3Confirmation

Special Circumstances

We understand every family has unique situations. Please review our guidelines below.

Moving to the area?

If you are moving to the area and were enrolled in the current year of Faith Formation at your previous parish, please reach out to our team.

Unenrolled 1st or 7th grader?

If your child is in 1st grade or 7th grade and is not currently enrolled in Faith Formation, please reach out for solutions to ensure that your child can receive First Communion or Confirmation on time.

Older than 2nd or 8th grade and unenrolled?

If your child is older than 2nd grade or 8th grade and have not received First Communion or Confirmation, and is not enrolled in Faith Formation currently, you will have to register them for our next year of Faith Formation. Registration opens in the late Spring.

Unbaptized children?

If your child is not baptized, and older than 7, they will have to enter our OCIA program. If your child is not baptized and younger than 7, please schedule a baptism for them ASAP!

Our Catechist Team

Our Catechist Team

Each catechist serves our families with care, fidelity, and love for the Church.

Program Leadership

Catechists

AT

Alejandro Tellez

Instructor

CS

Carol Sacco

Instructor

CP

Carolina Peralta

Instructor

EG

Edith Gonzalez

Instructor

LT

Laure Thorpe

Instructor

MB

Maria Boveda

Instructor

MM

Maria Martinez

Instructor

MP

Medardo Prieto

Instructor

RN

Roy Nunez

Youth Minister

VL

Veronica Lopez

Instructor

Calendar

Faith Formation Calendar

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