Youth Faith Formation

Prep for 1st Communion may begin as early as 1st Grade.

Prep for Confirmation may begin
as early as 6th Grade.

Click here to register 1-12th graders in faith formation, open now through August 15th.

Baptism

If you are seeking baptism for your child 7 - 17 years of age,
please make an appointment to meet with Dawn Bingaman after May 15 by clicking here
BEFORE registering your child on-line.

Volunteering

We are looking for committed volunteers for the 2026 - 2027 school year:

  • Monday Nights, 7-8pm, grades 1-5, Lead catechists and classroom assistants

  • Monday Nights, 7-8pm, grades 6-8, Co-Teachers and small group leaders

  • Sunday evenings, 5:30-7pm, grades 9-12, Co-Teachers and small group leaders

  • Volunteers to help monitor the hallways, doors and parking lot to keep our students safe

    If you feel called to nurture the Catholic faith in our children, and to walk with them on the journey to learn about Salvation, please contact either Dawn Bingaman (Grades 1 – 5) or Emily Curran (grades 6 – 12) using the links below.

Students Grades 1-5

Contact Dawn Bingaman with any questions.

  • Mondays 7-8PM: Grades 1-5
    (As part of Monday Night RE)

    First communion requires two years of preparation. The first year gives students a general foundation in the faith, while the second year prepares them more immediately for the sacraments of first reconciliation and first communion.

    Note: Children attending Saint Mary Magdalen Catholic School (first or second grade) who have not yet received their First Communion are welcome but not required to attend the Monday evening Faith Formation classes. Evening content is similar to content covered in religion class. If SMM students are in 3rd grade or higher, but have not yet received their First Communion, attending 2nd year Monday evening classes will prepare them to receive their sacraments.

    Registration is open from May 15-August 15 only. Please Contact Dawn Bingaman with any questions.

  • Mondays 7-8PM: Grades 3-5
    (As part of Monday Night RE)

    After receiving their first Holy Communion, students are welcome to go deeper into the faith on Monday nights. Catechists will guide students in deepening their prayer life, help them to understand the Bible, and will share with them Church teachings on living a moral life, all while having fun.

    Registration is open May 15 - August 15. Space may be available mid-year: contact Dawn Bingaman to inquire about mid-year availability.

Click here to learn more about Faith Formation for Students Grades 1-5

Students Grades 6-12

Contact Emily Curran with any questions.

  • Grades 6-8(As part of Middle School Youth Group)
    Mondays 7:00-8:00pm |

    Students attend youth group for 2 years to prepare for Confirmation, starting as early as 6th grade. In year 2, they also attend a retreat, choose their patron saint, and fulfill service to the community to prepare for living out their Catholic faith as a witness.

    Students must be in 7th grade before they can start their second year of preparation and receive Confirmation.

    Grades 9-12 (As Part of High School Youth Group)
    Sundays 5:30-7:00pm |

    Students attend youth group for 2 years. In year 1, students attend only every-other Sunday for Youth Group nights. During these nights, we build up students’ foundation of faith, life of prayer, understanding of the Sacraments, and connection to their church community.

    In year 2, they will attend every Sunday. In addition to the regular youth group, in the alternating weeks they will attend the 2nd Year Sacraments Class, which dives deeper into the Catholic faith and what it means to be Confirmed. In year 2 they will also attend a retreat, provide service to the community, and choose their patron saint.

    Click here for everything you need to know regarding Confirmation paperwork and requirements.

  • Grades 6-8 (As part of Middle School Youth Group):
    Mondays 7:00-8:00pm |

    Students attend youth group for 2 years to prepare for First Communion.

    Grades 9-12(As part of High School Youth Group):
    Sundays 5:30-7:00pm |

    Students attend youth group for 2 years. In year 1, students attend only every-other Sunday for Youth Group nights. During these nights, we build up students’ foundation of faith, life of prayer, understanding of the Sacraments, and connection to their church community.

    In year 2, they will attend every Sunday. In addition to the regular youth group, in the alternating weeks they will attend the 2nd Year Sacraments Class, which dives deeper into the Catholic faith and the Sacraments.

    Please note that students can not be prepared to receive First Communion and Confirmation in the same year.

  • If your child has already received Confirmation but would like to participate in opportunities for fun, fellowship, and continued growth in their faith, please contact Emily Curran to figure out what program would be right for you.

    Grades 6-8 (Middle School Youth Group)
    Mondays 7:00-8:00 pm |

    Grades 9-12 (High School Youth Group)
    Sundays 5:30-7:00pm, Every-Other Sunday |

    Meetings are a blend of faith, fun, and fellowship so that our youth can strive to be future saints. This is a chance to encounter Jesus in who He really is and to ask the tough questions regarding life, the universe, and everything! Students who are already Confirmed have the opportunity to grow in leadership, joining a team of youth who help lead their peers on their faith journey.

Click here to learn more about Faith Formation for Students Grades 6-12