Maternity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church

Religious Education

2026-2027 Religious Education

Religious Education is a journey of continuing faith. It begins at home and is reinforced through the Sunday Eucharist and monthly Religious Education classes. We strive to teach the basic principles of the Catholic faith, giving meaning to the rituals and symbols of Catholicism, and helping them grow in their prayer life. It is our desire to work in conjunction with students' families. In order to be truly successful, classes need to be combined with the family's daily commitment to practicing the faith (regular Mass attendance, commitment to God, service and others and good example)

Students in Grades K-7 will attend once a month on Wednesdays

6:00-7:30pm.

They will have lessons on Bible Scripture and the Catholic faith,

followed by activities, crafts and games.

Confirmation Students

Confirmation Students (Gr 8) will receive their own calendar in September at the

Confirmation Prep Session where both students and a parent need to attend (TBA)

For more information contact Maria Pallissard at mpallissard@mbvm.org or 815-933-8285

First Communion

First Communion Students will have their own schedule which will be distributed and the September Parent/Child Prep Session TBA.

Both the student and a parent need to attend this Prep Session.

Questions? Call Maria Pallissard at 815-933-8285 or email mpallissard@mbvm.org

Family Home prayer and studies

It is possible for your family to complete SOME of these studies at home. We can provide you with a monthly packet for your family to work on together. Each family will receive a Children’s St. Mary’s Press Bible and activities, discussion, family prayer and crafts coordinated for the ages of their students. There are special requirements for First Communion/Reconciliation and Confirmation that may not apply.

Tuition Rates:

One child tuition rate $110.00
Two children tuition rate $165.00
Three or more children tuition rate $180.00

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Register for our Religious Education Program (REP) below:

R.E. Registration 2026-2027

Youth #1 First and Last Name

Date of Birth

School Attending

Grade:

Youth #2 First and Last Name

Date of Birth

School Attending

Grade:

Youth #3 First and Last Name

Date of Birth

School Attending

Grade:

Additional Children's Names, Grades & School Attending:

Street Address

City:

Mother's full name:

Mother's Cellphone:

Mother's Email

Father's full name:

Father's Cellphone

Father's email

Is your family registered at Maternity BVM?

Yes

Additional Emergency Contact Name and Phone if parents can't be reached

Is your child(ren) Allergic to Medications:

Yes

If Yes, Please provide name of child and which medications they're allergic to:

Does your child have any educational needs we should know about? (hearing/vision loss, an IEP, or need any special accommodations?) Please list:

Is there any additional information you'd like to share with us?

Policy in the name of:

Insurance Company Name

Policy/Group #

Name of Physician

Physicians Phone:

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Medical Authorization: I grant permission for the administration of first aid to my child(ren) (participants listed above) by an adult present as their jusdgement deems advisable and to make the necessary referrals to qualified physicians for the treatment of illness or accidents of a more serious nature. I understand I will be promptly notified in the event of any serious accident or illness, except when delay of such communication would endanger life. In the case of medical emergency, I understand that every effort will be made to contact the parent/guardian of the participant. In the event that I cannot be reached, I hereby give permission to the physicians selected by the adult staff to hospitalize, secure proper treatment for my child. Please indicate any current medical conditions and/or medical allergies above.

Code of Behavior: I acknowledge that all students are expected to behave in a christian and respectable manner towards all other students, adults and Maternity BVM property.

Use of Photographs/Videos for Marketing Purposes Permissions: Videos and or/photos may be taken during this event. By checking this box I give permission to use the participant's image in video and/or photos which may be used for future promotional efforts.

Questions: Contact Maria Pallissard: Mpallissard@mbvm.org (815) 933-8285 ext. 326

Religious Education

2026-2027 Religious Education

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Religious Education

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2026-2027 Religious Education