Religious Education
Children’s Faith Formation
We lovingly plant and nurture the seeds of faith in our youngest parishioners
We’re delighted to offer a wide array of faith formation programs across our six parishes. From lively classes to enriching events, all of our Children’s Faith Formation offerings are designed to help your child deepen their connection to the Catholic Church. No matter which of our six parishes you call home, we warmly invite you to explore all the offerings listed on this page and register your child for any program at any of our churches.
Cross-Parish Offering
Sacramental Preparation
Parents/guardians must provide their child’s Baptismal record upon registering for First Reconciliation & First Eucharist. Children must also have completed at least one year of a religious education class before registering for First Reconciliation and First Eucharist, as well as Confirmation. For Precious Blood, St. Paul, and St. Rita, Contact Erica Rudemiller at 937-836-7535. For Emmanuel, Holy Trinity and St. Joseph contact Tanya Lee: 937-228-2013.
Emmanuel
Confraternity of Christian Doctrine (CCD)
Emmanuel’s CCD classes meet every Saturday from September through the first Saturday of May, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Our program consists of traditional classes for every grade, from kindergarten to eighth grade.
Our small class sizes allow for more one-on-one time with our catechists, who do an excellent job teaching and showing their love of the faith. For more details, contact Tanya Lee.
Holy Trinity
Families in Religious Education (FIRE)
FIRE, our Families in Religious Education Program, is open to families with children of all ages. We meet on Sundays at 9:30 a.m., September through May.
St. Paul
Children’s Faith Formation
At St. Paul Parish on Sunday mornings from 9–10:15 a.m. during the traditional school year, we offer weekly religion classes designed for children who attend public schools, pre-K through eighth grade. Registration is required. Contact Erica Rudemiller at 937-836-7535.
Children’s Liturgy of the Word
Children’s Liturgy is offered at St. Paul Parish during the Sunday 10:30 am Mass. All children aged 5 through Grade 5 are invited to be dismissed following the Opening Prayer in church. A trained catechist will lead the children through the Sunday readings from the Children’s Lectionary, followed by a discussion and reflection. The children return to church during the Offertory. Contact Erica Rudemiller at
937-836-7535.
Mother Brunner Catholic School
Mother Maria Anna Brunner School is a vibrant community committed to academic excellence, spiritual formation, and nurturing the whole child. Our school is an exciting place for students to learn and grow both spiritually and academically. Our students love to share with visitors all the interesting things they are learning here. Mother Brunner is a place where students, staff, and family eagerly work together creating an atmosphere of cooperation and respect.