Faith Formation for Every Family
Religious Education at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Parish partners with families to help children grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ and understanding of Catholic teaching.
Designed for children attending public or non-parish schools, Religious Ed provides:
Religious Education at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Parish is rooted in the understanding that parents are the first and primary educators of their children in the faith. Our parish partners with families by providing opportunities for children to grow in relationship with Christ and one another through prayer, formation, worship, and community.
Because faith is not only learned but lived together, Religious Education program at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Parish is centered in the communal life of the Church. Gathering with catechists and peers helps children experience the beauty of belonging to the Body of Christ and grow as disciples alongside others on the journey of faith.
Special dates to keep in mind as we begin the 2026-2027 Religious Education year together are listed below. Please refer to grade-level calendars for specific times and locations, and if you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mrs. Shana Goranson, Coordinator of Religious Education.
September 20 Catechetical Sunday
December 15 Advent Reconciliation Service (5-8)
February 16 Sponsor Meeting (8)
March 6 First Reconciliation Service (2)
March 9 Lenten Reconciliation Service (5-8)
April 13 Confirmation Retreat (8)
April 18 Confirmation Practice (8)
April 25 Confirmation Mass (8)
May 1 First Holy Communion Retreat (2)
May 7 First Holy Communion Practice (2)
May 8 First Holy Communion Mass (2)
All dates subject to change due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. We will communicate any date/time/location changes to our Religious Education community with as much notice as possible on all of our channels. We can't wait to see you for another exciting year of faith formation!
Our Religious Education Program begins in September and runs through April. Complete our safe and easy online registration to get started! If sacramental records are needed, copies may be scanned and emailed or dropped off at the parish office.
Questions? We’re always happy to help! Reach out to Shana Goranson in the parish office at (847) 979-0901 or sgoranson@archchicago.org.
Learn more. Contact the parish office at (847) 979-0901 or sgoranson@archchicago.org to learn more about Religious Education at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Parish.
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