PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT OF THE RELIGIOUS FORMATION COMMITTEE

While acknowledging parents as the primary religious educators of their children, we believe that St. Bernard's has an obligation to provide a Christian education for all the members of the parish. Parents are encouraged to enroll their children in religious education at Saint Bernard's and to work with their child's teacher as a team to reinforce the catechesis together. Currently we have a “teach-at-home” curriculum as well as on-site classes taught by volunteers that have been VIRTUS trained and have had a background check. They are loving and supportive of the children and encourage their spiritual education and growth. The curriculum is coordinated and consistent throughout the program.

Saint Bernard's offers life-long religious education. Classes are offered for all children beginning at age 3 through high school. Adult religious education classes are also offered. Our goal is to provide the instructional means for this Christian education within a peer group environment for all ages.