About Faith Formation (Parish School of Religion)

But Jesus called the children to him and said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these." Luke 18:16

The Catholic Church of West St. James offers faith formation classes for all parishioners with children who do not attend Catholic school. We currently offer a two-week summer intensive PSR program as an alternative to the year-round fall program. Our summer program is open to Grades 1-8.

We also offer a fall program for all grades (1-11). Our fall program for Grades 1-8 takes place bi-weekly from August to March at St. Philip church. High school students, Grades 9-11, meet monthly on Saturdays at Our Lady of Peace and Sundays at St. James. Schedules for all classes can be found below.

Catholic school families:
Catholic school students making their 1st Eucharist (2nd Grade) do not have to attend faith formation classes with us, however, they do need to register for the sacramental preparation workshops. Please sign-up your child during regular faith formation registrations. Dates are announced in the church bulletin.

Catholic school students making Confirmation (11th Grade) are required to attend classes with us in order to make their Confirmation. Please sign-up your child during regular faith formation registrations. Dates are announced in the church bulletin.