OLPH Elementary & Middle School Faith Formation
The Elementary & Middle School Faith Formation program at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish exists to support families in raising children who know, love, and follow Jesus Christ. We believe that parents are the primary catechists of their children, and our program is here to assist and accompany them in that sacred responsibility. Through engaging catechesis, prayer, Scripture, and preparation for the sacraments, we help children deepen their understanding of the Catholic faith. Regular participation at Sunday Mass is an essential part of faith formation, as the Eucharist is the source and summit of our Christian life. Together, as a parish family, we partner with parents to foster lifelong disciples who live out their faith with joy and conviction.
2026 - 2027 Registration is now open for Elementary and Middle School Faith Formation!
At Our Lady of Perpetual Help, we believe that parents are the primary formators of their children’s Catholic faith. Our parish program is here to support, encourage, and equip families as they help their children grow in faith, prayer, love for the Sacraments, and friendship with Jesus Christ.
Faith Formation is more than a class. It is a partnership between the parish and the home. Through age-appropriate lessons, sacramental preparation, community, and family support, we want each child to know that they are loved by God and called to live as a disciple of Christ.
Before You Begin
One form per child being registered.
Have parent/guardian contact information ready.
Have sacramental information ready, including Baptism, First Communion, and First Reconciliation, if applicable.
A Baptism certificate may be requested for children preparing for First Reconciliation or First Communion.
Emergency contact and medical information will be collected for your child’s safety.
Faith Formation is a partnership between the parish and the home.
Payment may be completed through this form.
Elementary Faith Formation Calendar
2026–2027 Sunday Class Calendar
September
Sunday, September 6 – No Class (Labor Day Weekend)
Sunday, September 13 – Opening Day / First Class
Sunday, September 20 – Class
Sunday, September 27 – Class
October
Sunday, October 4 – Class
Sunday, October 11 – Class
Sunday, October 18 – Class
Sunday, October 25 – Class
November
Sunday, November 1 – Class (All Saints’ Day)
Sunday, November 8 – Class
Sunday, November 15 – Class
Sunday, November 22 – No Class (Thanksgiving Week)
Sunday, November 29 – No Class (Thanksgiving Weekend / First Sunday of Advent)
December
Sunday, December 6 – Class
Sunday, December 13 – Class (Advent)
Sunday, December 20 – No Class (Christmas Break)
Sunday, December 27 – No Class (Christmas Break)
January
Sunday, January 3 – No Class (Christmas Break)
Sunday, January 10 – Class
Sunday, January 17 – No Class (Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend)
Sunday, January 24 – Class
Sunday, January 31 – Class
February
Sunday, February 7 – Class
Sunday, February 14 – Class (First Sunday of Lent)
Sunday, February 21 – Class
Sunday, February 28 – Reconciliation Lesson
March
Friday, March 6 – Children’s Penance Service
Sunday, March 7 – Class
Sunday, March 14 – Class
Sunday, March 21 – No Class (Palm Sunday / Holy Week)
Sunday, March 28 – No Class (Easter Sunday)
April
Sunday, April 4 – No Class (Divine Mercy Sunday / Easter Break)
Sunday, April 11 – Class
Sunday, April 18 – Class
Sunday, April 25 – Class
May
Sunday, May 2 – Eucharist Lesson
Sunday, May 9 – Last Class (Ascension Observed)
Saturday, May 15 – First Holy Communion (Pentecost Weekend)
Sunday, May 16 – Certificate & Banner Pick-Up Day
Weekly Sunday Schedule
9:00 a.m. – Families are encouraged to attend Sunday Mass.
10:30 a.m. – Student Check-In (Parents sign students in.)
10:30–11:45 a.m. – Faith Formation Class
11:45 a.m. – Dismissal (Parents must sign students out.)
Elementary & Middle School Faith Formation Classes are held on Sundays from 10:30 AM–11:45 AM.
Upon arrival, parents or guardians must check their child in before class. Students will then proceed directly to their assigned classroom. At the conclusion of class, parents or guardians are required to check their child out from their classroom. For the safety of all children, students may only be dismissed to an authorized adult.
Parent Pickup Requirement:
Parents and guardians are required to pick up their children promptly at 11:45 AM from their designated classroom. Children may not be escorted to the church by catechists or parish staff.
Contact Information
Trinity Franco Elementary Faith Formation: (Grades 1st - 5th)
Candy Tellez Middle School Faith Formation: (Grades 6th - 8th)
