Religious Education (CCD)

"Let the children come to me; do not prevent them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these."

Mark 10:14

Helping your child grow in faith starts at home, and our parish is here to support you. St. Joseph’s religious education program gives children in grades 1–8 a place to learn about Jesus, ask questions, and put their Catholic faith into practice. Together, we learn about prayer, Scripture, the Mass, the saints, and the sacraments, and how our faith shapes everyday life.

Classes meet on Wednesday evenings from 6:30–7:45 pm at Calvert Elementary School. The calendar below includes class dates, parent meetings, and special events.

Students preparing for First Reconciliation and First Communion are required to attend two years of instruction. Confirmation preparation is part of the eighth-grade program. If your child has missed instruction or you’re unsure where to begin, Mary Claire Griffin can help you understand the next steps.

Register Your Child

  1. Complete the forms. Find the registration and medical forms below. If your child wasn’t baptized at St. Joseph, include a copy of their baptismal certificate with registration.
  2. Include payment. Make your check payable to St. Joseph Church. Registration and additional sacrament fees are listed here.
  3. Return your registration. Return your registration and payment to the parish office or place them in the collection basket at Mass.

Questions about registration or your child’s preparation? Contact Mary Claire.

2026–2027 Forms & Calendar

Find registration materials and keep the calendar handy for class dates, parent meetings, and special events.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Please contact Mary Claire Griffin to discuss your child’s grade, previous religious education, and next steps. She can explain the options before you submit registration and payment.

  • Contact Mary Claire Griffin and share a little about your child’s background. She can help you understand what preparation is needed and where to begin.

  • Yes. Mass attendance is required for students and we encourage families to attend together.

    View parish Mass times.

  • If Calvert Elementary closes for the day, CCD is canceled. Fog days are considered individually, and parents will be notified by email.

  • Contact Mary Claire Griffin about absences or any learning, medical, or accessibility needs you’d like to discuss before your child attends.