Religious Education for Children

Looking to pass the Catholic Faith on to your child? Saint Andrew has a program for your family!

Please take a moment to watch the video to learn about our program and how it works. Then read on for additional information and details on registration.

The Saint Andrew Religious Education program is now accepting new registrations for the 2026-2027 academic year. Be sure to review the schedule and philosophy of our program to know how it will impact your child and family schedules. Thank you for your interest in teaching your child about God’s love for them!

Participants in last year’s program do not need to register again if your contact information has remained the same. Simply call the parish office (773-525-3016) to indicate that your child will participate or email the RE Director David Heimann. Cost for the program is $320 per family per year. If you need to make a payment for Religious Education for the coming year, you can do so by writing a check and sending it to Saint Andrew Parish or online through Flocknote Fund It

About the Program

Saint Andrew Religious Education (RE) offers a family-centered religious education program for children K – 8 (see visual representation of the model).

The flexibility offered through this model makes religious education effective and vibrant even in the midst of changing schedules. Any student and family can participate remotely at any time. Our model offers flexibility to kids and families who may have vacations, sports, grandparents to visit, etc. It has also been proven as a way of having families grow together in religious literacy and faith.

General Information: RE K-8

For the 2026-27 academic year – K-7th grades will meet on Sundays from 10:00am to 10:50am and 8th grade (including both their Religious Education classes and Sacramental preparation classes ) will be on Sunday afternoons/evenings. At various times, the 7th and 8th grade classes will meet on Sunday afternoons from 3:30pm to 4:45pm.

Second graders will have additional meetings on Sundays at 10:00am to accommodate for their preparation for First Communion.

Were excited to offer this program at our parish because of its proven approach-ability and adaptability for families. We hope you’ll join us in this journey!

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Recent Flocknotes Regarding RE:

Welcome Back to the School Year! with correct schedule link
on August 25, 2026
Dear Parents/Guardians, School has begun (for the majority) and that means we are looking forward to having you join us for Religious Education starting on Sunday, September 13, 2026. We're wishing you and your family a wonderful...
Welcome Back to the School Year!
on August 25, 2026
Dear Parents/Guardians, School has begun (for the majority) and that means we are looking forward to having you join us for Religious Education starting on Sunday, September 13, 2026. We're wishing you and your family a wonderful...
Getting Back to School!
on August 13, 2026
Dear Parents/Guardians, I hope that you are enjoying the last week or so of summer. I know at Saint Andrew Parish, we welcomed back the faculty today for Saint Andrew School and as I look at the calendar, we will start Religious...

First Communion

First and Second Grade students prepare for First Communion through Religious Education. The expectation is for students to prepare for two years and receive First Communion in the Second grade.

In addition to their Religious Education classes, Second graders (and older children who are receiving First Communion) attend First Reconciliation, a First Communion Retreat with their parents, and a rehearsal for First Communion.

The dates and times to be aware of are:

March 3, 2027 at 6:30pm – First Reconciliation in the main church.

March 14, 2027 from 11:00am to 4:00pm – First Communion Retreat.

Saturday, May 1, 2027 First Communion in the main church.

Confirmation

Our Confirmation preparation program begins for youth who are entering or are older than the 7th grade. In addition to Religious Education or religion class in Saint Andrew School, the candidates for Confirmation meet on Sunday afternoons.

7th grade sacramental prep meets on Sundays from 3:30pm to 4:45pm (RE students meet on Sundays at 10:00 when attending their ordinary class)

8th grade sacramental prep meets on Sundays from 6:00pm to 7:15pm.

The registration process is the same as the RE program.

Recent Flocknotes - Saint Paul Cohort (January 2027)

Service Projects Coming Up Fast!
on September 2, 2026
Dear Parents/Guardians, I hope that you are staying cool in the heat! I am writing to remind you that after this weekend (Labor Day Weekend) our Confirmation Preparation program really kicks into high gear very quickly. The...
Schedule Changes & Service Projects
on August 25, 2026
Dear Parents/Guardians, I hope that you are doing well during this transition back into the school year after a wonderful summer! As we look to the remainder of our Confirmation preparation, I must apologize that several things...
Getting Ready for Confirmation...
on July 29, 2026
Dear Parents/Guardians, I hope that your summer is going well! In just a few weeks, we'll return to our meetings, service projects, and retreats that will prepare your child(ren) for the Sacrament of Confirmation. It is in this...