“And whatever you ask in prayer, you will receive, if you have faith. ”
— Matthew 21:2

  • We see religious instruction as an extension of the responsibility of the parents, who are the primary teachers of their children. In addition to the formal education offered, our religion program also provides preparation for the sacraments of Reconciliation, Holy Communion, and Confirmation.

    Forming Our Students Through…

    • Daily Religion Classes

    • Daily Bi-lingual Prayer

    • Weekly Mass

    • Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

    • Penance Services

    • Confession

  • Saint Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Parish, which offered refuge to the injured at the Battle of Gettysburg, continues to offer a place of healing and hope by proclaiming the Word through worship, Sacraments and service to all in need. It is the supporting parish of our school.

    St. Francis Xavier Parish website

  • As parents, our most important task is to guide our
    children toward Heaven. Our Religious Education Office is here to support you in that task by providing religious instruction, materials, and opportunities for growth.

    The Religious Education office is located in the School and is open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Sacramental Preparation: Sacramental Preparation at St. Francis Xavier Catholic School includes two years of preparation for First Holy Communion & Penance, and Confirmation, according to the guidelines of the Diocese of Harrisburg.

    Mass Attendance: Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Catholic Faith; therefore, Religious Education is NOT a substitute for Sunday Liturgy. Parents are reminded to bring their children to Mass weekly. A bilingual Mass will be held two times each semester. Religious Education students and their families are encouraged to attend. Since Mass is such an integral part of the practice of the faith, lack of attendance at Mass may influence your child’s readiness to receive their First Communion or Confirmation.

    Prayers: Parents are also encouraged to help their children learn the formal prayers rehearsed in class. Personal prayer time together as a family is essential in developing children’s lives of faith.

    Sacrament of Reconciliation: Our school offers several Penance services and times for Confession, but parents are encouraged to bring their child/ren when necessary at the regularly scheduled time for Confession at the Parish. Please check the Parish website for more information.

    For more information, please contact Debbie Holt.