Parish Religious Education Program (P.R.E.P.)
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The P.R.E.P. program at Sacred Heart is committed to the religious education of our children in order that they might reach their full potential and become effective witnesses to the Gospel and God's love for the world. The primary means by which this is accomplished is thorough catechesis.
“Catechesis describes the essential ministry of the (Catholic) Church through which the teachings of Christ have been passed on to believers throughout the ages…Catechesis is an education in the faith of children, young people, and adults which includes the teaching of Christian doctrine” of the Roman Catholic Church. (National Directory for Catechesis, no.1, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops).
We look upon each child as created in the image and likeness of God, and encourage our children to share the love of Jesus by reflecting his glory in their daily lives. Students live and experience their faith through sound catechesis, worship, works of mercy, and fellowship.
In the words of St John Paul II, “The definitive aim of catechesis is to put people not only in touch but in communion, in intimacy, with Jesus Christ: only He can lead us to the love of the Father in the Spirit and make us share in the life of the Holy Trinity.”
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2020-2021 Registration is now OPEN
While there is much uncertainty about how things will resume in the fall, we want to be prepared for both regular in-person PREP classes as well as make contingency plans if that is not permitted.
In both cases, we would appreciate it if you could register for the 2020-2021 PREP year by June 5.
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Program Information
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Our P.R.E.P. program meets on Sundays from 10:00 am-11:00 am in Sacred Heart school starting September and ending in May.
See the 2020-2021 PREP Schedule for more details.
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Level Preschool is the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program.
Levels 1-5 uses Discover! Finding Faith in Life by St Mary’s press.
Level 6 uses Alive in Christ by Our Sunday Visitor.
Level 7 uses Chosen: Your Journey Toward Confirmation by Ascension Press.
Levels 2 & 7 are part of our Sacramental Preparation Program. First Penance is traditionally celebrated on the first Saturday of March and First Eucharist is traditionally celebrated on the last Saturday of April. Confirmation is celebrated in the fall subject to the availability of the bishop.
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Students with Special Needs
At Sacred Heart, we embrace all children regardless of special need or disability. We will make every effort to ensure that your child has the support and accommodations needed for success. If you would like to schedule a meeting to discuss your child’s needs for success in our program, please contact the religious education office.
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Please contact the Sacred Heart Office of Religious Education through the parish office for further information:
610-948-5915, or email religioused@sacredheartroyersford.org.
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