Religious Education
GRADE 1-6 PROGRAM
Grade 1-2: First Penance and First Communion
Grades 1-2 Religious Education program is dedicated to preparing the children for their reception of First Penance and First Communion.
This is a two year program. All those desiring to receive these sacraments in Grade 2 must register at the beginning of Grade 1.
First Penance is typically during the end of Fall/Winter time and First Communion is typically at the beginning of May in our parish.
Grade 3-6: CCD
All students in Grade 3-6 are welcome to join us to learn more about their faith.
Class Information
Grade 1-6 sessions begin: Wednesday, October 9, 2024 and runs for 20 weeks.
2024-2025 calendars will be given to parents after they register their children. Check calendar each week as there is not a session every week.
All Grades 1-6 meet at the same time.
Day & Time:* 4:30-5:30 PM on Wednesdays
Location: St. Theresa of Avila School. Enter through the front doors on St. Theresa Ave- the doors that lead to the school office.
*If the Wednesday meeting time does not work for you, you can ask to join the classes at our collaborative church, St. John, on Sunday mornings at 10:30 AM. Contact Marie Sullivan (St. John’s Coordinator) at mpsullivan1954@gmail.com.
Parent Information Night
For the parents of those in the Grade 1-6 St. Theresa CCD program. Come meet the teachers and hear more about the upcoming year of CCD.
Date: Tuesday, October 8, 2024
Time: 6:30-7 PM
Location: St. Theresa School Gym
**There will be an opportunity to register your child for the CCD program at this meeting (if you have not already done so).
Registration 2024-2025
Click the link below to register.
**Please note: There are NO registration fees for Grades 1-6.
Please contact the Grade 1-6 Coordinator Rosetta Reilly Mark at rmark@staboston.org or 617-323-1050 for more information.
CONFIRMATION PROGRAM (GRADE 7-9)
The Confirmation Program is focused on preparing our youth for the sacrament of Confirmation and giving them more opportunities to continue growing closer to Jesus Christ.
Age Change
As of January 18, 2024, the Cardinal has changed the age of Confirmation from Grade 10 down to Grade 8. Read the letter here. All parishes in the Archdiocese of Boston are currently implementing this change over the next few years.
If you missed the memo and have a high schooler in need of Confirmation, please reach out. It is never too late to be confirmed.
We are here for you all during this transition. So please do not worry. Just reach out!
Two Year Program
Our Confirmation preparation is a two year program.
Grade 8 & 9 students will be entering into their second year this coming Fall 2025 and be confirmed in the Spring of 2026.
Grade 7 will enter into their first year this Fall 2025 and complete their two years, being confirmed in the Spring of 2027.
Session Information
Normal sessions will meet about twice a month on Sundays at St. John’s in West Roxbury. Sessions run from October to April. We run a joint Confirmation program with St. John’s.
MORE INFORMATION TO COME!
GRADE 7-9 2025-2026 CALENDAR (coming soon)
Confirmation Program Registration 2025-2026
You can already go ahead and register and we will email you a calendar and more information when it is available. Click a link below to register.
Please note there are 2 different registration links below based on grade level and whether you are new to our program or returning. Click the link that fits you and your situation.
GRADE 7 STUDENTS or ANY NEW GRADE 8, 9 or older STUDENTS:
CONFIRMATION (GRADE 7 or any new students) REGISTRATION FORM
RETURNING GRADE 8 & 9 STUDENTS WHO WERE IN OUR PROGRAM LAST YEAR:
CONFIRMATION (Returning GRADE 8 & 9) REGISTRATION UPDATE FORM
Please note: There are NO registration fees for Grades 7-9.
Please note: All Catholic and public school candidates are required to attend the sessions. There is no difference in their scheduling.
Open Plaza Nights 2025-2026
Confirmation students will also attend a few Open Plaza Nights throughout the year. These are organized and run by our youth minister, Rudy Flores. Each Plaza Night has its own theme. You will eventually be given a list of dates and topics for these nights. You will sign up for a few (exact required amount TBD) that seem the most interesting to you! There will be an expert on the theme present to answer questions and engage in discussion. These meetings are for all the 3 West Roxbury churches and will offer refreshments.
Please contact the Grade 7-10 Coordinator Ellen Murphy at emurphy@staboston.org or 617-325-1300 with any questions.
2026 Confirmation Ceremonies
TBD
*Candidates and Sponsors should plan to arrive 45 minutes early.
Please contact the Grade 7-10 Coordinator Ellen Murphy at emurphy@staboston.org with any questions.
Confirmation Name & Sponsor
Due TBD
First please read these two documents:
1. Meaning Behind Choosing a Confirmation Name & Sponsor
2. Guidelines for Choosing a Confirmation Name & Sponsor
Please submit your Confirmation Name & Sponsor Here:
Confirmation Name & Sponsor Form (Coming soon)
LETTER TO THE BISHOP
Due TBD
Bring to the Sunday evening Confirmation Session
Guidelines for Writing Your Confirmation Letter were emailed out.