Welcome

HOLY GUARDIAN ANGELS, PRAY FOR US!

The primary purpose of our Religious Education Program is faith formation. The second purpose of our Religious Education program is sacramental preparation. 

At Holy Guardian Angels, we value life-long learning. We make this journey together with our families, with our friends, and with our community. Part of growing closer to Christ means continually opening our hearts to learning more about the beauty and depth of the Gospel! From our early childhood ministries and Religious Education program, to our active youth group, young adults, and many adult learning opportunities, we strive to constantly move toward growing in our faith!

Please use the sitemap above to find resources for understanding your faith, getting you, or your family involved in parish life, or wondering what is going on at our parish.

If you have any questions about our program, please contact JoAnna Leon, Coordinator, Religious Education at Esta dirección de correo electrónico está siendo protegida contra los robots de spam. Necesita tener JavaScript habilitado para poder verlo. or 708-927-4017.

Religious Education Office Hours

The Religious Education Office is located in the former St. Louise School building at 1125 Harrison Ave, LaGrange Park, IL 60526.

Please do not stop by the school during the day as it is used by LADSE until 4:30 pm weekdays.  

Click here to view the Religious Education Hours. We are happy to meet with you outside our office times. Please contact the Religious Education office to set up an appointment.  

Registration  

Registration for the 2022-2023 School Year is now available online, in person, or by phone for Grades 1 - 8. 

Returning Families click here to register → https://form.jotform.com/220915363091048

New Families click here to register → https://form.jotform.com/221745063603147

2022-2023 Religious Education Calendar (pdf version)

Tuition  

1 Child = $250.00
2 Children = $350.00
3 Children = $450.00
Additional = $50 per child

Sacrament Fees: $50 for First Communion (2nd Grade) and Confirmation (8th Grade)

Bible Fee = $15 (Grades 6-8 Only) 

Pay online with a check account or credit card with monthly payment options through FACTS Tuition Management: https://online.factsmgt.com/signin/4JZ0V

Classes

All classes will be in person beginning on Sunday, September 11 or Wednesday, September 14. Classes will take place at the former St. Louise School located at 1125 Harrison Ave, LaGrange Park, IL. Moving forward we will refer to this building as the RE School Building. 
 
Sunday Session: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM (NEW TIME) 
Wednesday Session: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Sacramental Preparation

 

Baptism: Children 5 years of age and younger are considered infants. Please consult the information on Infant Baptism. Children 6 years of age and older must attend class for one year before we will consider Baptism.  (Grades 1 - 8 only)

First Reconciliation: Students are instructed in the Sacrament of Reconciliation before First Holy Communion and are given the opportunity to go to First Confession several months before First Holy Communion.  (Children make their First Reconciliation in Second Grade)
 
First Communion: Student must attend Religious Education classes for TWO YEARS in order to receive First Holy Communion. Older children will be placed in an age-appropriate class; bust still must attend two years before First Holy Communion and  may need to take a monthly supplemental class. (Children make their First Communion in Second Grade)
 
Confirmation: Student must attend Religious Education classes for TWO YEARS in order to receive Confirmation. Older children will be placed in an age-appropriate class. Students must also possess knowledge of faith: Commandments, Sacraments, Bible, Christian Witness. (Children make their Confirmation in Eighth Grade)
 
Adults: (17 years of age & older) who have not received sacraments  are invited to inquire about RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) sacramental preparation for Adults.