Registration

Children's Ministry Information

Preschool - 5th Grade

Mission Statement

We are forming young disciples to BELIEVE Jesus Christ is God and came into the world for salvation for all, GROW in a personal relationship with Jesus, GATHER in our community to encounter Jesus, Love unconditionally like Jesus, and LEAD others to abundant life in Jesus.

Location

Our classes will be held in the basement of the Parish Center or at St. Francis Early Childhood Education Center; both are located on St. Pius X’s campus.

Format

We utilize the Loyola Press (Finding God & God’s Gift) curriculum which is rooted in Scripture, Catholic doctrine, and Ignatian spirituality! Check out Loyola’s website to learn more. The theme for each class is:

Preschool/Kindergarten – God Calls Us: Foundations of Faith
1st Year Sacramental Preparation – God Found Everything Good: God & Creator
2nd Year Sacramental Preparation – God’s Gift: Reconciliation, First Eucharist, and Confirmation
3rd Grade – Fishers of Men: Church & Holy Spirit
4th & 5th Grade – Blessed Are the Poor: Beatitudes & The Ten Commandments

Contact

Jessie Rohrer, Children’s Ministry, 406-281-8502 or email jr@stpiusxblgs.org

Classes Begin

Tuesday, September 19, 2023 (6:00-7:00 pm), or Wednesday, September 20, 2023 (4:30-5:30 pm)

Registration Deadline

Thursday, August 31, 2023

Cost

1 child: $30, 2 children: $50, 3 or more children: $60;

Second-year sacramental preparation additional fee: $20/child

(Example: 1 child ($30) + Second Year Sacramental Year ($20) = $50 total enrollment fee)

Fees can be paid online through Parish Soft or Give Butter. Checks can be made out to “St. Pius X” with Children’s Ministry fee indicated in the memo.

*scholarships available upon request*

Family Information

Family Last Name *

Father's Name *

Mother's Name *

Address *

Country

City

State

Zip code

Check here if this is a new address

Are you registered members of St. Pius X Parish? *

If there are two households, please fill in the other parent’s mailing address below.

Name

Address

Country

City

State

Zip code

Are both households to receive mailings?

Yes

No

Phone Numbers & Email Addresses

Father's Cell

Mother's Cell

Father's Work

Mother's Work

Home Phone

Father's Email

Mother's Email

Family Email

Emergency Contact

Name *

Relationship to child *

Home or Cell Phone *

Alternate Phone

Student Information

Child 1

Name *

First / Last

Date of Birth *

Grade

School *

Sacraments Received

Choose all applicable options

Baptism (Catholic)

Confirmation

First Eucharist

Allergies/Medical/Behavioral Concerns

Child 2

Name

First / Last

Date of Birth

Grade

School

Sacraments Received

Choose all applicable options

Baptism (Catholic)

Confirmation

First Eucharist

Allergies/Medical/Behavioral Concerns

Child 3

Name

First / Last

Date of Birth

Grade

School

Sacraments Received

Choose all applicable options

Baptism (Catholic)

Confirmation

First Eucharist

Allergies/Medical/Behavioral Concerns

Child 4

Name

First / Last

Date of Birth

Grade

School

Sacraments Received

Choose all applicable options

Baptism (Catholic)

Confirmation

First Eucharist

Allergies/Medical/Behavioral Concerns

2nd Year Sacramental Prep Only

Class Information

It is a diocesan requirement that Sacramental Preparation for Reconciliation, Confirmation, and First Eucharist be a two-year process. The first year of preparation typically starts in 1st grade and may be completed either by attending a Catholic school or by regularly participating in a Children’s Ministry program.

Indicate where your child completed their 1st year of Sacramental Preparation.

Class Times

Child 1 *

Indicate your choice of class time.

Child 2

Indicate your choice of class time.

Child 3

Indicate your choice of class time.

Child 4

Indicate your choice of class time.

Photo Permission

Occasionally photos are taken of children during class time or activities and we would like to post the photos in the bulletin, Facebook, or on the parish website. No names will be attached to the photos. (You may change your decision at any time by notifying the office.)

Yes, I grant permission.

Yes, I grant permission for group photos only.

No, I do not grant permission for any photos.

Indemnity Agreement

As parents and/or legal guardian, I remain legally responsible for any personal actions taken by the above named minor(s). I agree on behalf of myself, my child(ren) named herein, or heirs, successors, and assigns, to hold harmless and defend St. Pius X, its officers, directors, employees and agents, and the Dioceses of Great Falls-Billings, its employees and agents, chaperones, or representatives associated with Children’s Ministry, from any claim arising from or in connection with my child(ren) attending Children’s Ministry or in connection with any illness or injury (including death) or cost of medical treatment in connection therewith, and I agree to compensate St. Pius X, its officers, directors and agents, and the Diocese of Great Falls-Billings, its employees and agents and chaperones, or representatives associated with Children’s Ministry for reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses which may incur in any action brought against them as a result of such injury or damage, unless such claim arises from the negligence of St. Pius X or the Diocese of Great Falls-Billings.

*

Parent/Guardian Signature

Date Signed

Parental Involvement

Parent Involvement Form

September 2023-May 2024

Since many hands make for light work, please consider volunteering in one or more of the following areas.

Children's Ministry Class: Tuesday 6:00-7:00 pm or Wednesday 4:30-5:30 *

I would be willing to teach.

I would be willing to be a classroom assistant.

I would be willing to be a substitute teacher.

I would be willing to be a hall monitor (sit in the hallway during class time).