Faith formation is more than sacramental preparation—it is an ongoing journey of discipleship. Children should participate each year as they grow in faith, deepen their relationship with Christ, and become more active participants in the life of the Church.

Families should be registered parishioners at St. Mary Magdalene or receive permission from their home parish.

Parents are the primary educators of their children in the faith. Families should expect to participate regularly in Mass, review lessons and prayers at home, attend Parent Discipleship opportunities and Sacrament Workshops, and actively support their child’s faith journey. Faith formation works best when parish, parent, and child journey together.

Regular participation helps children build friendships, develop consistency, and feel connected to the Church. Faith formation is not simply information – it is formation that happens over time through prayer, relationships, and shared experiences.

We understand that schedules are busy and life happens. If your child misses class, please communicate with us as soon as possible. Because formation is experiential and community-based, not everything can be recreated through make-up work, so regular attendance remains important.

Yes. Christian Formation is designed to support what happens at Mass – not replace it. Regular participation at Sunday Mass is central to Catholic life and one of the most important ways children learn to live their faith.

Students are assigned to a specific class to help create consistency, build community, and maintain appropriate classroom sizes. Because of staffing and scheduling limitations, students generally cannot switch classes mid-year or attend another session as a make-up.

We understand that every family situation is different. We offer homeschool opportunities and work with neighboring Catholic parishes when needed. If your schedule presents challenges, please contact us early so we can help.

Families receive information through email communication, social media updates, calendars, ministry announcements, and our Christian Formation Handbook. We encourage parents to regularly check communication channels so they stay informed throughout the year.