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Parish Religious Education Program

Through PREP, the Parish Religious Education Program formerly known as CCD, children in grades K through 8 who attend public, private, and charter schools learn about their Catholic Faith and are prepared to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation, Holy Eucharist and Confirmation.

PREP Program Information

Parish Religious Education Program (PREP) Classes

The Program for 2023-24
The in-person PREP classes are on Wednesdays from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm beginning on September 20, 2023.
Students entering grades 2 or 3 in September 2023 will prepare to receive the sacraments of First Penance and First Holy Communion in 2024. Older students who have not received these sacraments will also prepare to receive them.
Students entering grades 4 and 5 in September who would like to continue their religious education should call the rectory at 215-465-4050.
Students entering grades 6 and above in September will prepare to received the Sacrament of Confirmation. Students in grade 7 and above who have completed a minimum of two years of PREP instruction for the Sacrament of Confirmation will receive the sacrament in 2024. This is required by the Archdiocese.
Registration
All students, including those who are returning, must register by filling out a 2023-2024 registration form. The registration fee is $100.00 per student. In addition, new students must attach a Baptismal Certificate and a certificate of any previously received sacrament, if the sacrament was not received at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church to the registration form. The registration form will not be accepted without payment of the registration fee and for new students, the Baptismal Certificate and other certificates.
Registrations will be accepted on August 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the rectory. Please call the rectory at 215-465-4050 to make an appointment to register on another date or time, if the registration dates in not convenient for you.
More Information
Please call our PREP Coordinator, Diana Stankiewicz at 215-251-4460 or the Rectory Secretary, Bernadette at 215-465-4050 for more information.
Online Parish Religious Education Fee Payments
For your convenience, the Parish Religious Education Program (PREP) Fees can be paid online. Payments can be made from your PayPal account, debit card, or credit card. If you have any questions about making an online payment, please call 215-465-4050 or send us an email.
Holy Communion Fee
The Holy Communion fee is $20.00 for each child receiving First Holy Communion.
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Confirmation Fee
The Confirmation Fee is $30.00 for each child who will be confirmed.
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