Incarnation Parish

Religious Education RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
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REP Registration Form Catechesis has as its center and its goal the person of Jesus of Nazareth. Catechesis is, therefore, for all ages; it is for adults, for youth, for children. The goal of catechesis is to help put people not only in touch but also in communion, in deepening intimacy, with Jesus Christ.

The central source of catechesis for all children is their parents -- and their family at home. Children’s earliest images of God and of love are learned from their primary caretakers. Family catechesis therefore precedes, accompanies and enriches all other forms of catechesis. We respect and honor this truth; our task is to work with families in their sacred responsibility by providing more formal classroom instruction.

Therefore, the purpose of the Religious Education Program (REP) here at Incarnation Parish is to help transmit the saving truth that Jesus continues to bring to our lives today. Our catechists work to pass on the principles and the life of Jesus and of Christian doctrine, through their lessons and their personal behavior.

It is the responsibility of all Catholic parents to provide religious instruction for their children. REP classes meet weekly from September through May. In addition to the weekly classes, we have an Opening Liturgy for all family members and the Sacrament of Reconciliation is celebrated with all 3rd through 8th graders during Advent and Lent.

Registration Registration is open to all children whose families are registered in the parish. Parish registration is taken at the parish office. This year our class days and times are as follows:

Sunday Morning	10:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.	Grades K - 6
Monday Afternoon	4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.	Grades 1 - 5
Monday Evening	7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.	Grades 6 - 8

Faith First Curriculum
The text book used in our program is the award-winning series, “Faith First.” Faith First provides an interactive website, www.faithfirst.com for all students, families, and catechists to use. Please check it out!

1. Every REP family must be registered in Incarnation Parish. If you have not registered at the parish office, please do so during regular business hours.
2. TUITION FOR 2008-09 YEAR	EARLY BIRD	REGULAR
1 CHILD	$210	$315
2 CHILDREN	$280	$315
3 OR MORE CHILDREN	$325	$350
NOTE: The Early Bird tuition rate is for tuition Paid in Full by June 30 OR new families to the REP only.
3. The Confirmation Sacrament Fee ($60) includes: Holy Name field trip, Morning of Reflection with Sponsor, Retreat, bishop's fees, certificates, reception, etc. The First Communion/Reconciliation Sacrament Fee ($30) includes the Retreat supplies, flowers, banners, certificate, pins, etc.
4. A copy of your child's baptismal certificate is due by the first day of class in September, even if your child was baptized here at Incarnation. If your child was baptized at Incarnation, we can assist you in getting a copy from our parish office, if you know the exact date of the baptism. Otherwise, you need to consult with the office. 5. The REP makes every effort to accommodate every child in the program; however, many of our catechists are VOLUNTEERS, not trained teachers. Children with special needs may have to have a parent to aid them in the classroom.