Religious Education is a meaningful way to help the next generation grow in faith, hope, and charity.  Volunteers are dedicated men and women, people of prayer and love of Jesus, who see children as being made in the image and likeness of God.  Therefore, they strive to ignite in children what is already there by divine grace.  

Our volunteers are a vital part of this important ministry in our parish and our Church.  Do you love your Catholic faith?  Are you able to work with children?  Are you willing to dedicate a few hours each week to their faith formation?  If so, please prayerfully consider one of the following positions:

Catechists– Plan, lead, and instruct participants. All Catechists are supported with resources and training from the Religious Education Staff.  

Aides– Assists the Catechist and participants with classroom activities. Supports the catechist in teaching lessons.

Substitutes– Those willing to be called on an as-needed basis to serve as a Catechist or Aide.

General Help– Preparing snacks, directing traffic or helping with weekly set-up.      

The Religious Education Program is active September through May, excluding holidays.  Classes are held in the Parish Hall, according to the following schedule:

• Grades 1-4 meet Wednesdays, 5:15 to 6:15 p.m., with a 15-minute snack time in the social hall offered beforehand (from 5-5:15 p.m.)
• Grades 5-7 meet Wednesdays, 6:30 to 7:45 p.m., with a 15-minute snack time in the social hall offered beforehand (from 6:15-6:30 p.m.)
• 1st and 2nd Year Confirmation Candidates will meet according to their published calendars on Wednesdays, 6:30 to 7:45 p.m., in the social hall.

All Religious Education volunteers must be at least 18 years of age and compliant with the Diocese of Des Moines Safe Environment Program requirements.  

Please prayerfully consider volunteering with our Religious Education Ministry.  If you have questions, need more information, or are willing to volunteer, please contact Jill Faust, Director of Religious Education, at 712-323-1484. View our current program page.