"...And we sent Timothy, our Brother and Servant of God in the Gospel of Christ, to strengthen and comfort you in your faith..." I Thessalonians 3:2

PSR

All children of registered families of St. Timothy Church are welcomed into the Parish School of Religion (PSR).

 

Parish School of Religion

Catholic faith formation is a lifelong process of spiritual growth, increased understanding, and commitment to the faith and traditions of the Catholic Church. Please contact Mrs. Ellen Peppercorn (epeppercorn@sttimchurch.org) or the parish office 614-451-2671 for more information about registering for the St. Timothy Parish School of Religion.

Frequently Asked Questions

WHO?

All children of registered families of St. Timothy Church in grade 8 are welcomed into the Parish School of Religion (PSR). Confirmation preparation at St. Timothy begins in the spring of their 7th grade year, you must attend the full course to be Confirmed at St. Timothy Church. We invite younger children participate in our Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program.

WHEN?

St. Timothy’s Parish School of Religion Education Program for Confirmation Preparation begins in February and ends at Confirmation in November. Classes meet twice a month, on Sunday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30pm in the teacher’s lounge.

The Confirmation Preparation Class Sessions for 2023 will be:

February 26

March 1 - mandatory parent and child meeting

March 26

April 2, 23

May 7, 21

September 17

September 24 - Confirmation retreat

October 8, 22

November 5

Confirmation Retreat: September 24

Confirmation Practice: November TBD

Confirmation Date: November TBD

HOW MUCH?

The cost to participate in PSR at St. Timothy is $95.00. No child will be turned away from PSR based on an inability to pay tuition. If you need assistance, simply contact Mrs. Ellen Peppercorn (epeppercorn@sttimchurch.org)

How Do WE SIGN UP?

Please register online HERE and complete it by submitting a copy of your child's baptismal certificate along with payment of tuition by September 1.

WHAT ABOUT CONFIRMATION?

Confirmation is offered every year to our 8th grade students in both PSR and St.Timothy School. This year Confirmation date is November 2023 at 9 am and will be 8th grade PSR students and 8th grade St.Timothy school students . You can find a complete schedule of important dates for Confirmation HERE. Confirmation includes a parent and child meeting on March 1 and a weekend retreat held September 24, 2023 at St. Timothy, both are mandatory.


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UPCOMING EVENTS for RELIGIOUS EDUCATION:


Let the children come to me and do not prevent them; for the kingdom of heaven belong to such as these.
— Matthew 19:14

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URGENT NEED: CATECHISTS

We are currently seeking volunteers to serve as Catechists for PSR (parish school of religion).

Please prayerfully consider responding to this urgent call for help. What a blessing and a privilege to guide the faith formation of our parish children!

Learn about being a Catechist at St. Timothy Catholic Church HERE.

Questions? Please contact Director of Religious Education, Ellen Peppercorn.