Faith Formation Registration
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Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) and Confirmation 2025-2026
Pre-K through 8th Grade
Welcome to Faith Formation Registration for the 2025-2026 year. We are excited to introduce a new registration system and appreciate your patience as we transition to this improved process. This registration is for families who wish to enroll their children in Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) and/or Confirmation.
All families—including those choosing home formation—register using the online registration form where you can indicate your preferred formation option.
Registration Dates for 2025/2026
In-Parish Registration: June 23 – July 25
- Non-Parishioner Registration: July 7 – July 25
Late Registration: July 26–August 1 (+$40/family late fee)
Registration Closes: August 1
For inquiries after August 1, contact the Faith Formation Office at 651-379-1275 or email Mrs. Dionne Meisterling.
Tuition
Parishioners of St. Michael's, St. Mary's or St. Charles
$160 for 1 student
$320 for 2 students
$400 for 3+ students (family max)
Non-parishioners
$185 for 1 student
$370 for 2 students
$462.50 for 3+ students (family max)
Additional Fees
Sacramental Fee: $50 per child preparing this year for First Communion (offered for 2nd grade and older) and/or Confirmation (offered in 8th grade or older. This is in addition to tuition and does not count toward the family maximum.
Late Fee for registrations after July 25: $40/family. This is in addition to tuition and does not count toward the family maximum.
To secure your spot, tuition and fees are due at time of registration. If scholarship or payment plan is needed, see link to application below.
Sacramental Preparation
The Archdiocese asks all parishes to offer certain gatherings for families whose children are preparing for sacraments—whether through home formation or parish sessions.
First Reconciliation & First Holy Communion: The following events are designed to support families as the primary catechists and to provide a shared experience of faith for children and parents.
Sacramental Parent Meeting: An informational session where parents receive home study materials and guidance for the preparation year.
Gospel Meditation Sessions: A series of meditations for children and parents to deepen their understanding of the sacraments.
First Reconciliation Retreat: A self-guided retreat for children and parents, concluding with the sacrament of reconciliation.
First Eucharist Retreat: A retreat and Mass practice for children and parents in preparation for First Holy Communion.
Confirmation
Confirmation Retreat: A parish-sponsored retreat for candidates and their parents or sponsors to reflect on the meaning of the sacrament and grow spiritually as a community.
CGS Volunteer Roles and Credits (to be issued in March):
Our CGS program relies on volunteers each week. Volunteer credits are available only for the roles of Catechist, Assistant Catechist, Hall Monitor. Families who volunteer regularly throughout the year will be offered a tuition refund in March reflecting their actual volunteer commitment.
Volunteer Credit Values:
- Weekly Lead Catechist: $160
- Weekly Assistant Catechist or Hall Monitor: $100
- Bi-weekly Assistant Catechist or Hall Monitor: $50
- There are many volunteer opportunities beyond these three. To view all, click here.
Scholarships & Payment Plans
We strive to make faith formation accessible to all children of St. Michael's, St. Mary's, and St. Charles'. If you desire tuition assistance or a payment plan, please complete the Tuition Assistance & Payment Plan Request Form here.
Refund Policy
Before September 1: 100% Refund
September 1 – October 1: 50% Refund
After October 1: 0% Refund