Elementary Religious Ed. Classes

Kindergarten through 6th grade classes are offered:

Sundays | 8:45am – 10:15am Class begins September 25, 2022
Wednesdays | 5:30pm – 7:00pm Class begins September 21, 2022

Updates + Announcements

  • Those desiring 1st Communion must register for formation classes. First Communion preparation is a two-year process beginning in first grade. We work with each family to ensure that their child is ready for such an important step in their faith journey, including those who missed preparation in first grade, those who are older, and those not yet baptized!

  • Looking for something to do while your child is in class? Check out ALPHA!

Elementary Faith Formation Contacts:

Glenda Trytko

Elizabeth Post
616.538.2600

Calendar 2022-2023

Elementary Faith Formation Calendar 2022-2023

Coming soon!

First Communion & Reconciliation

1st Communion Preparation

Contact:
Elizabeth Post, Staff
616.538.2600 x122

Preparation for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Communion is a two year process beginning in first grade. Students receive the Sacraments toward the end of their second grade year. We work with each family to ensure that their child is ready for such an important step in their faith journey, including those who missed preparation in first grade, those who are older, and those not yet baptized.

Please contact the Formation Office for more information.

The Sacrament Preparation process at St. Pius X Parish includes four primary areas:

  • Faith Formation
  • Required Parent/Child Retreats (second grade and above)
  • Parent’s Faith Growth
  • Support at Home

First Reconciliation service takes place during the Lenten Season, and the First Communion Mass is held during the Easter Season.

1st Communion Information Sheet 2022-2023


Important First Communion Class Dates

The following events are required (second grade and above). You will receive more details about retreats and events throughout the year.

  • Wed. Sept. 21; 5:30pm OR Sun. Sept. 25; 10:00am – First Communion Parent Meeting
  • Sunday, October 9, 2022 – Sacrament Retreat
  • Sunday, January 22, 2023 – Reconciliation Retreat
  • Tuesday, February 7, 2023 – First Reconciliation Service
  • Sunday, March 5, 2023 – Communion Retreat
  • Sun. April 16, 2023 OR Wed. April 19, 2023 – In-Class Real Presence Retreat
  • Sunday, May 7, 2023 – First Communion Mass
  • Sat. May 13, 2023 OR Sun. May 14 – May Crowning at Mass