What is Faith Formation (previously PSR)?
St. Bridget of Kildare Parish offers a formal catechetical program for children 3 years old to 8th grade and their families who do not attend a full time Catholic school. Previously known as PSR (Parish School of Religion), Faith Formation happens from 9:15 to 11:45 AM on Sunday mornings at St. Bridget of Kildare Catholic Church throughout the school year.
The mission of our Faith Formation program is to teach all families about our Catholic faith, prepare them to receive the Sacraments (usually in 2nd & 8th grades), and instill in them a lifelong desire to follow and proclaim the message of Jesus.
Our Faith Formation exists to support parents in their role as the primary educators of their children (CCC 2223). Our Catechists are a group of dedicated people from the parishes of St. Bridget of Kildare, St. James, and St. Mary of Perpetual Help, who constantly seek to grow in their relationship with Our Lord & the Catholic Faith, and who are willing to share their time and talents with the families who are enrolled in Faith Formation.
The Faith Formation Calendar maps out the timeline for the classes and sacraments. In 2nd grade, students prepare to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation and their First Holy Communion. In 8th grade, students prepare to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation.