SPIRITUAL LIFE

CATHOLIC IDENTITY - CHRISTIAN DOCTRINE

Each child shall be instructed in the truths of the Catholic faith according to guidelines set by the Archdiocesan Religious Education Program. Through this instruction, the school makes known to the students:

The person and message of Christ
An understanding of the Catholic Church

SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION

In keeping with the most recent recommendations of the Archdiocesan Office of Religious Education, the children of St. Anastasia School participate in a sacramental preparation program based on parental involvement and responsibility.

Instruction is provided in a group setting by the classroom teacher and individually by parents.
Readiness for sacraments is determined by parents, teachers, and parish priests.
Second Grade – Preparation for First Eucharist and Reconciliation.
Eighth Grade – Preparation for Confirmation.
Sacramental guidelines are given at parent meetings.

LITURGICAL INVOLVEMENT

An important aspect of the Religious Education Program involves participation in the liturgy of the Church.

To make this as meaningful as possible, provisions are made for:

Prayer services
Liturgies at which the whole school participates

SACRAMENTAL PROGRAMS - FIRST EUCHARIST & RECONCILIATION

The Sacraments of First Eucharist and Reconciliation are received in Second Grade.
In preparation for this sacrament:
- Students and parents must attend weekly Sunday Mass.
- Parents must attend program meetings and monthly formation classes.
- Preparation is a collaborative effort between:
  - The pastor
  - Second-grade teacher(s)
  - Religious Education director
Fee Per Student: $50.00 (Added to family FACTS account in October)

CONFIRMATION

The Sacrament of Confirmation takes place during the candidate’s eighth-grade year.

Prerequisite:

At least one full year enrollment in a Catholic school before being considered for the program.

In preparation for this sacrament:

Students and parents must attend weekly Sunday Mass.
Parents must attend program meetings and monthly formation classes.
Preparation is a collaborative effort between:
The pastor
Eighth-grade teacher(s)
Religious Education director

Requirements for candidates:

Fulfill 35 service hours
Continued participation in the Religious Education Program of a Catholic school
Sacrament of Confirmation is administered during the second or third trimester, depending on the availability of the bishop.
Fee Per Student: $75.00 (Added to family FACTS account in October)