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Welcome to Our Lady of Mount Virgin Religious Education Program

Dear Parents/Guardians and Students of Our Lady of Mount Virgin Parish Religoius Education Program:

It is with great joy that we welcome you to our Religious Education program.

Religious Education Mission Statement:

          Our Lady of Mount Virgin Religious Education Program is a faith community rooted in Jesus Christ.  Our community is “Catholic” because it welcomes all people and shares the message of Christ locally, and throughout the world.  The message that Jesus brought was one of hope and love, of justice and freedom.

          As a “Catholic” community, we accept the invitation of Jesus to join in His work of bringing the Good News to others.  This means that we are recognized as followers of Christ.  We are members of His community, known by our love for one another, and by lives centered on Eucharist.

          Our   Mission   is centered on the radical truth of Jesus’ Gospel message.  We are committed to assisting our parish families as they develop and continue to experience a deep love of God and His Church.

          Our Lady of Mount Virgin Religious Education Program recognizes that parents and guardians are the “first teachers in faith.”  Our Religious Education Program personnel complement our parents and guardians; and together, we share our faith as a learned and lived experience.


VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Catechists and Assistants are needed for the 2025- 2026 Academic Year (September - May). Please consider donating your time and talent to assist the children of the parish on their journey of faith.

 All volunteers (over 18 years of age) MUST be  background checked and attend a one-time Protecting God's Children workshop in order to work with children in the Diocese of Metuchen. 7th and 8th Grade Students are welcome to sign up as assistants for service hours; however, please note that the commitment is from September-May. Catechists and Assistants receive tuition discounts. Student volunteers receive service hour credits.

Religious Education Program Schedule:
Tuesdays
4:00-5:10PM for Grades 1, 2 and 3
5:30-6:40PM for Grades 4 and 5
7:00-8:15PM for Grades  6, 7 and 8
Special Classes meet at various times as determined by the need for the class.

Weekend Mass is a requirement of the Religious Education which includes signed Mass bulletins for every weekend and Holy Days of Obligation.  Mass bulletins can only be signed by the Priest or Deacons.

Program details and guidelines can be found in the Parent Handbook (LINK is on the bottom of this page).