Welcome to St. Matthew Religious Education

At St. Matthew, our Religious Education program is dedicated to helping children encounter God, grow in their Catholic faith, and become lifelong disciples. Through prayer, Scripture, engaging lessons, and the support of our parish community, we partner with parents to nurture each child's relationship with God.

We are blessed to walk alongside your family as we grow together in faith, hope, and love.

 Religious Education classes are available for baptized students in grades K through 8. If your child is in need of Baptism, please contact the parish office.

Classes meet 2–3 Wednesdays per month from 6:00–7:30 PM.

Click here to register for the 2026-2027 year.

Volunteers

Parent volunteers are always welcome. Having more adults involved sends a strong message of importance to our children. To volunteer or for more information, contact Carin Crampton.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

  First Communion

• A copy of your child’s Baptism Certificate is required to complete the Sacrament of the Eucharist (due date to be determined).

• Students who attended the first-grade class in the previous year have priority placement in the second-grade First Communion class.

• Newly registered students will be placed on a waiting list if the class is at capacity.

• Attendance at two retreats during the year is required.

          Beginning 2027-2028 year the student will be required to attend both 1st and 2nd grade years in order to receive the sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion.

Confirmation

• Copies of the Baptism and First Communion Certificates are required to complete the Sacrament of Confirmation (due date to be determined).

• Attendance at one two-day retreat during the year is required.

  Confirmation is a two-year program. Your child must attend both 7th and 8th grade to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. If you are new to the parish and your child is in 8th grade, please contact Carin Crampton.

Religious Education Handbook

St. Matthew Religious Education has a zero-tolerance policy for disruptive, disrespectful, or unsafe behavior to ensure a safe, welcoming, and faith-filled environment for all students. 

Contact Carin Crampton at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 531-263-2369.