GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC CHURCH OFFICE OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
The Sacraments of the Church were instituted by Christ to allow his children to participate regularly in His Life of Grace. Baptism, Holy Communion and Confirmation are for those who are duly prepared. Families must show a faithfulness to this life of grace by actively participating in Sunday Mass in order for the student to understand the holiness and purpose of receiving the Sacrament. We are enthusiastic to help our parish families and community grow in the Love of God and understanding of His Holy Faith.
CATECHISM REGISTRATIONS FOR 2025-26 WILL OPEN ON JULY 14, 2025 THROUGH AUGUST 22, 2025
You MUST be registered parishioners to enroll your child in our program. Register the members of your family as parishioners here.
The Good Shepherd Catholic Church Catechism Program serves students from grades one through twelve, and ADULTS. For students who attend public school, we offer continuing catechesis each year that they are in school up until Confirmation. Sacrament preparation classes are taught for those who would like to receive Baptism, First Communion, and Confirmation.
- Communion classes begin as early as 1st grade and is a two-year preparation time.
- Confirmation classes begin in 7th grade and is a two-year preparation time.
To Register for 25-26 Catechism year you will need:
- A digital copy of your child's baptism certificate to complete the registration process online. Withouth the Baptism Certificate, your application will remain incomplete. Only students with complete applications will be assigned a class.
- If your child is 7+ yrs and has not yet received baptism, you should uploade the completed BAPTISM APPLICATION and also the birth certificate.
Classes run from Sept 2, 2025 through May 13, 2026. Most grade levels are offered Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday, 6:30 - 8 pm.
Some grade levels / classes will only be available on certain days.
To Register a student click here. (Link live after July 14, 2025)
For ADULT OCIA program click here.
Religious Education Office Hours
Mon - Thurs (11:30am – 5pm)
Administrator of Religious Education
Angelica Martinez
(305) 385-0198
angelica@gscatholic.org