Religious Education 
2026-2027

Spring 2026
 
Dear Parents,
 
Once again, it is time to register your child (children) for CCD religious education classes.  We will begin on September 30, and our program will be held in our church using the upper church for prayer and De Chantal Hall for the classes.  We need you to register as soon as possible so that we can prepare class lists, assign teachers and order the materials for the students.  It is important that your child (children) continue with religious education.  None of us can know enough about our faith, our God and the presence of Jesus in the sacraments.  Religious education is a life-long journey for each of us.  We also need you to re-enforce what is done in the class and so we ask that you pray with your child each day, that you bring your child to Mass on the weekends, that you check their homework and review their lessons, that you attend all parent meetings and programs --- you are the first and most important teacher of the child in the ways of faith.  What you do, they will do.  It is a serious responsibility but we can do it together.  Please read this registration form carefully, spread the word that we have a terrific program and we look forward to bringing your child closer to Jesus this new school year.
 
Some important information about our program here at St. Frances:
 

5. Registration forms are being sent by e-mail to you; registration forms will be available in the church lobby on the ushers’ tables; registration forms will be available in the rectory office.
6. NEW STUDENTS must complete both SECTIONS 1 AND 2 and must provide certificates of Baptism and/or Communion.  Returning students have these certificates on file in our religious education office.
7. We ask that all REGISTRATIONS be completed and returned by Wednesday, August 26 so that we can prepare class lists, materials, and prepare our teachers for their classes.
8. The fee for the religious education program remains the same as last year --- $150 for one child and $175 for a family.  The fee includes your child’s workbook for class.
9. Completed REGISTRATIONS with the fee should be given to Mrs. Christi Costa in church or brought to the rectory.  If you wish, you may mail the REGISTRATION AND FEE to the rectory (190 Hollywood Avenue, Bronx, New York, 10465, att: Mrs.  Christi Costa) but, please, if mailing, enclose a check not cash.
10. REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26.

 
 
Together with you, parents, the first and most important teachers of the faith, we can move ahead with the religious education of our children and bring them closer to the Lord Jesus.
 
Sincerely,
Monsignor John Graham, Pastor
Mrs. Christi Costa, Coordinator of Religious Education
Fr. Jonas Oppong, Moderator
Fr. Sandro Leyton, Moderator
 
PLEASE DETACH pages 1 and 2 and keep for future reference at home.   Please complete the registration application form on pages 3 and 4.
 
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• All adults should be registered in the parish and receive adult envelopes and mailings.   Registration for adults is in the rectory.
• Children will be given CHILDREN’S ENVELOPES in class in October.   Envelopes are used for attendance purposes and should be dropped in the collection baskets at Mass.
• The religious education program begins on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 3:30 pm.   Entrance to the program is through THE MAIN DOORS OF THE CHURCH.
• Classes begin in the Church with a prayer at 3:30 pm and dismissal will be from the LOWER CHURCH (parking lot). Levels K-5 will be dismissed at 4:45, levels 6-8 at 4:55p.m.  NO LATE SUPERVISION OF CHILDREN; NO EARLY DISMISSALS without a written note to Mrs. Christi.
• All registration forms and information must be completed with the fee before a child can be admitted to class.
• High School students should be registered for these Wednesday classes, especially for the reception of the sacraments.
• Preparation for First Penance and First Holy Communion requires at least 2 years of class, weekly Mass attendance, parent meetings and class assignments.  This is the policy of the Archdiocese.
• Preparation for Confirmation in Level 8 requires at least 2 years of classes, weekly Mass attendance, parent meetings and class assignments.  This is the policy of the Archdiocese.
• Children who are absent more than 4 times, are a discipline problem or have poor Mass attendance will be suspended from the classes until the following year.  This is the policy of the Archdiocese.
• MASS SCHEDULE:  Saturdays at 5 pm; Sundays at 8:30 am, 10 am, and 11:30 am in Spanish.   CONFESSIONS are on Saturdays at 4 pm until 4:45 pm
• QUESTIONS:  speak with Mrs. Christi at 718-792-5500, ext. 210.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Application for Religious Education Program: 2026-2027
 
Section 1: To be completed by all applicants
 
Name of Student: _____________________________________________
 
Address: _______________________________________ Zip: _____ Apt. #: __________
 
Telephone #: _______________________ Parish Envelope #: ________________
 
Date of Birth: _______________________ Place of Birth: ___________________
 
Father: ____________________________ Religion: _______ Telephone: __________________
 
Mother’s
Maiden Name: ______________________ Religion: _______ Telephone: __________________
 
Legal Guardian: _____________________ Relationship: _________ Telephone: ____________
 
Public School: ______________________________ Grade: _______________________
 
E-Mail Address to be used for weekly letters: _______________________________________
 
 
Section 2: Previous attendance at Religious Education Program
 
Returning students may skip Section 2 and go directly to completing the Student Information Record on the next page.  New registrants must complete Section 2 and the Student Information Record on the next page.
 
My child previously attended Religion classes at: ______________________________________
and completed the following grades: ________________________ (Attach copy of record card)
 
Baptism**                   Date     _______________________________                      
                                    Church _____________________________
                                    Address ____________________________
                                    First Penance**           Date_______________________
                                    Church _______________________________
                                    Address ______________________________
 
First Communion**    Date _______________________
                                    Church _______________________________
                                    Address _______________________________
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Religious Education – Student Information Record
 
Student’s Name: ___________________________________ Date of Birth: _______________
 
Address: _________________________________________   Telephone: _________________
 
Father’s Name: _________________________________ Business/Cell Phone: ______________
 
Mother’s Name: ________________________________ Business/Cell Phone: ______________
 
Legal Guardian’s Name: __________________________Business/Cell Phone: ______________
 
Special Medical Conditions: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
 
Procedures to follow if the above medical condition presents an emergency: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
 
Special requests for dismissal of the child: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
 
In Case of Emergency
Persons to Contact If Parent/Legal Guardian Cannot Be Reached
 
Name: ___________________________________ Business/Cell Phone: ___________________
 
Address: ______________________________________________________________________
 
Relationship: _________________________________________
 
Doctor for Emergency: _____________________________ Phone: _______________________
 
Address: ______________________________________________________________________
 
In case of accident or illness, I request that the representative of the parish catechetical program contact me.  If I am unable to be reached, I hereby authorize this representative to call the physician indicated and to follow the physician’s instructions.  If it is impossible to contact the physician, the representative of the parish catechetical program may make whatever arrangements seem necessary.  I agree to assume the financial responsibility for any diagnosis, treatment and or medication deemed necessary.
 
To the best of my knowledge all information given is accurate and complete. I hereby consent to and authorize the necessary procedures that have been stated above.
 
Parent/ Guardian Signature: ___________________________________ Date: ______________