Registration

 

On-line Registration

We are experiencing difficulties with our online registration.  We will continue to work on this and apologize for any inconvenience.  Our priority is to ensure all formation registrations and payments are processed correctly.  You are able to download the forms and mail them or bring them into the parish office.  See the links below.  Thank you for your patience and understanding.

 

Welcome to the exciting Church of St. Stephen

Faith Formation Programming for 2010-11!

 

After reading about our programs and making your choices, you will have two documents to complete.  The first one is the Faith Formation Registration Form for your children's programming and the second form is an Adult Shared Ministry Form, an opportunity for you to serve in these programs. There are many opportunities for you to consider, from a one-time commitment to a Lead Catechist.  All are needed to serve our children and we welcome your support!

 

Submit both the Registration and Shared Ministry form and make a full payment of fees either by mail or stopping into the parish office.  Someone from the formation team will be happy to help you.   If you are experiencing financial hardship, please contact the parish office at 763-421-2471.

 

Formation Registration Forms  

>Click here for the Faith Formation registration form.

>Click here for the Shared Ministry form.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Does my child have to be registered in one of the Faith Formation programs in order to celebrate a sacrament?

Yes, sacrament preparation programs are entirely separate from Faith Formation programs. Your child must be registered in Faith Formation or attend a Catholic school in order to celebrate First Eucharist or First Reconciliation. 

  

Confirmation preparation is a 3 year commitment.  A student is required to be enrolled in a Faith Formation program or attend a Catholic high school in 9th and 10th grade.  The final year of preparation in 11th grade requires a student to be in a High School Small Group Faith Formation program. 

Is there a separate registration process for sacraments? 

Yes.  Registration forms will be distributed at the first parent session for each sacrament. 

When does sacrament preparation begin?

First Reconciliation and Confirmation begin in the fall and First Eucharist begins in January. 

In what grades are sacraments celebrated?

First Reconciliation and First Eucharist are usually celebrated in 2nd or 3rd grade. Confirmation is a three year process beginning in 9th grade with the actual celebration of the sacrament in 11th grade.

 

The actual First Reconciliation celebration takes place in the fall; First Communion and Confirmation take place in the spring. 

Can my child be placed with a friend, or request a catechist or a  small group?

We do our best to honor requests, but there are many factors that are taken into consideration.  Call the program coordinator for further information.

 

How will I find out what day, time and group my child is in?

You will be notified of your child’s  placement after catechist training in the fall by a catechist or program coordinator, approximately 2 weeks prior to the program start date. 

What happens if the session/small group I want is filled?

If your first choice for a session time/date is filled, you will be given your second choice.  If you do not indicate a second choice, you will not receive a call and your child will be placed on a waiting list. 

 

The Faith at Home program is an excellent  opportunity for families with scheduling concerns.

Where does my tuition fee go?

Your tuition contributes to books, teaching materials, guest speakers, and other operating expenses.  Parish stewardship also subsidizes these expenses. 

 

There are NO fees for First Eucharist, First Reconciliation and Confirmation preparation because of your generous contributions to parish stewardship.

Once we register, am I able to switch days or groups/programs? 

Yes, if there is space available.  Call the program coordinator.

What  if I am unable to pay?

We can help! Payment arrangements can be made.  Please call the parish office at 763-421-2471.