“They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers.”(Act 2:42) 

Welcome to St. Rose Religious Education Program! Centered in the Holy Eucharist, St. Rose of Lima Church is a Roman Catholic Community united in worship, prayer, education, and Christian fellowship.

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At Baptism, parents accept the responsibility of bringing their children to an understanding of faith. “This childhood religious awakening which takes place in the family is irreplaceable” (GDC #226*). It is through the love of parents that a child comes to an understanding of the unique, personal love God has for each of them. For this reason, the Office for Religious Education seeks to support the vital role parents have in the religious development of their children. 

Faith formation (Religious Education) is really a family affair. This means that all members of the family practice their faith together, pray together and grow in their knowledge of the Catholic faith together. The most important part of religious education is attending Mass each week as a family, and active participation in the parish community.

Religious Education Programs (Grades 1 through 8) - new options are available for the 2025-2026 school year

• Religious Education Classes will be held from Sunday, September 21, 2025 through Sunday, April 27, 2026 for Sunday morning classes (9:30 am - 10:45 am), and Monday, September 22, 2025 through Monday, April 28, 2026 for Monday afternoon (3:45 pm - 5 pm) and evening classes  (6 pm - 7:15 pm).

• Instruction includes a variety of learning activities such as short videos, songs, writing assignments, discussion, prayer, creative projects, outdoor activities (weather permitting) and spending time in church. Our Religious Education Curriculum is based on the We Believe series from Sadlier Publishers.

• Families attend Mass regularly and participate in at least six parish events each year. Parent involvement is a crucial aspect of the faith formation of our children.

Click here for the religious education 2024-2025 calendar 

The Goal of Religious Education

By providing instruction on Holy Scripture and the sacred doctrine and traditions of the Catholic Faith to parish children and preparing them for the life-giving encounter with Jesus Christ in the Sacraments, St. Rose’s Religious Education Staff strive to cultivate in students a joyful and vigorous sacramental life, a lifelong pattern of daily prayer, Christian service and a deep understanding, intimacy, and commitment to Jesus Christ in the Holy Catholic Church. Committed to this active partnership between parish staff, catechists and families, we place our efforts with confidence in God’s loving hands.       

Religious Education Staff

Peg Hensler
Director of Religious Education/Faith Formation
[email protected] 
856-547-0564, ext. 203

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​Parents interested in serving as catechists or catechist aides should contact the Religious Education Office. ​