- Mrs. Karina de Jesus Severino
- Office Hours: Mon, & Wed 10am-2pm @ 610-252-7381, ext. 313
- Email: karinaseverino.dre@gmail.com
The Importance of Religious Education
The Religious Education Programs at the Roman Catholic Churches of Easton are dedicated to supporting parents as the primary educators of their children. We provide a welcoming and faith-filled environment where children and families deepen their knowledge of the Gospel and Catholic tradition, cultivate a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and actively participate in the life of the Church. Through prayer, liturgy, service, and community, our program fosters hope, love, and a lifelong commitment to living out the values of the Gospel.
Parish Religious Education Program (PREP) prepares children for these sacraments by combining classroom learning, prayer, service, and family involvement, ensuring they are spiritually ready and understand the significance of each sacrament in their faith journey. PREP meets on Sunday morning 9:00 AM to 10:10 AM at St. Anthony of Padua
Rite of Christian Initiation of Children (RCIC) is designed for children (typically ages 7 and up) who were not baptized as infants or are coming from another Christian tradition. The program offers age-appropriate catechesis and parish involvement, preparing children to receive Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist. RCIC meets on Sunday morning 10:30 AM to 11:45 at Our Lady of Mercy
First Reconciliation & First Holy Communion
- Children typically receive these sacraments in their 2nd grade year.
- It is required Students must attend two years of PREP to be eligible for these sacraments.
- First Reconciliation is traditionally celebrated in February.
- First Holy Communion is celebrated in May.
- The program provides catechesis, prayer experiences, and family involvement to help children understand the meaning of forgiveness and the Eucharist, and to prepare them spiritually and practically for these important milestones.
Confirmation
- Preparation begins in 7th grade and continues through 8th grade.
- Students practice Christian life by fulfilling service hour requirements over two years.
- They attend mini-retreats and receive additional faith formation through PREP.
- Confirmation is celebrated in the Fall of 8th grade, as scheduled by the bishop.
- The program emphasizes living out the faith through service, prayer, and community, helping students grow in their relationship with Christ and the Church.