REGISTRATION. Registration for children in grade K - 8 will take place in September every year, The registration fee is $15 per family for those families registered in our parish. An additional fee will be charged to those families not registered in our parish. Instructions will begin in September.
This program is designed to fulfill the Church's responsibility to continue the mission of Jesus to proclaim and teach about the kingdom of God.
SPECIAL SACRAMENTAL CLASSES
For children who have been in Religious Education for at least one year, have had good attendance but have not been able to receive Reconciliation or Eucharist according to our normal schedule, these children are enrolled in a Special Sacrament class. This class will prepare them to receive First Reconciliation and First Eucharist.
YOUTH GROUP
Our religious education program for seventh through twelfth graders is provided twice a month on Wednesday evenings in the YOUTH ROOM located on the second floor of the social hall. The program provides not only for religious instruction but incorporates youth activities, service, and social. It provides a Christian environment that nurtures and strengthens the moral, spiritual, and faith development of our youth. Our youth build community in a positive and caring environment. Watch the parish bulletin for details on events and meetings.
ADULT EDUCATION/BIBLE STUDY
Bible Study meets on Thursdays after the 8:00 a.m. Mass. Interested parishioners are invited to join the group.
Adults interested in deepening their faith and their understanding of the Catholic Church are encouraged to attend Adult Education Programs and courses which will be offered throughout the year. Please watch the bulletin for details.
RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS RCIA
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, or RCIA, is the process whereby individuals who are interested in becoming part of the Catholic Community are prepared for reception into the Church. This class is for those who are not Catholic and are interested in learning about the Church, for Catholics who might like to refresh their knowledge of what the Church is teaching today, and for Catholic adults who would like to be confirmed. The Class meets on Sunday afternoons, beginning in September and culminates at the Easter Vigil with the reception of the Candidates into the Church.
CATHOLIC GRADE SCHOOL
St. Joseph Regional School provides a Catholic education program for students from Queen of the Rosary Parish and several other surrounding parishes. St. Joseph's offers a pre-school program and elementary grades from kindergarten through eighth grade. If you are interested in enrolling your child contact the parish rectory before registration in the school.
CHILDREN'S "KIDS" GROUP
The Children's Group will meet once a month on a Saturday from 6:30-8:30 pm in the church meeting room. Fun, activities and snacks.
