Parish School of Religion

Benjamin Robert Haydon. "Christ Blessing the Little Children"

Benjamin Robert Haydon. "Christ Blessing the Little Children"

 
“Jesus said, ‘Let the children come to me, and do not hinder them; for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.’”
— Matthew 19:14 (RSV)

Parents are the first teachers of their children in the ways of faith. Our Parish School of Religion (PSR) Program is here to support and strengthen that faith received at home. It is recommended that once children enter our program they remain in the program until its completion rather than to take part only in sacramental preparation years. This helps the youth form bonds with classmates and permits a greater exposure to the faith in a communal context. Print parent information packet here.

Coordinator: Mr. Allen Taylor | email: saintagnesdre@gmail.com | office: PSR Building (225) 444-5085

Ages Accepted: Kindergarten through 12th Grade

When: Tuesdays from 4:00-5:15pm

Cost: No Required Fees; a collection is taken up at Mass in September to cover the costs of our program

Registration:

Print the registration form here and bring it—together with an updated Baptism Certificate if you are new entering our program—to Mr. Allen Taylor at the PSR Building or to the Parish Office.

Materials:

Books for each grade level are provided by our program free of charge and are returned at the end of the school year. There are no required fees for the program or materials, although a special ‘Religious Education Collection’ is taken up each September and parents are encouraged to donate as able at that time.

Sacraments:

  • In accordance with the policies of the Diocese of Baton Rouge, sacramental preparation requires two years of classes prior to First Reconciliation/First Holy Communion and two years of classes prior to Confirmation. If you have questions about requirements, please contact Mr. Allen Taylor.

  • First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion are typically celebrated when a child is in the 2nd Grade, during the Lent & Easter Seasons.

  • Confirmation is typically celebrated when a youth is in 11th Grade, during the Easter Season.

Child Protection:

  • The Diocese of Baton Rouge requires that all parish schools of religion teach the Circle of Grace curriculum to children in grades K-12. The curriculum will be taught at St. Agnes Parish School of Religion in spring 2024 on a date to be announced. Visit https://diobr.org/circle-of-grace to learn more about Circle of Grace.

  • To strive for the protection of minors and vulnerable adults, the Diocese of Baton Rouge mandates all staff and parish volunteers who work around minors and vulnerable adults to comply with a Code of Ethics and Behavior and to be reporters for any suspected abuse. Find out more through our Diocesan Office of Child and Youth Protection.

Important Dates for 2023-2024:

  • September 12 - First Day of Class

  • October 31 -All Saints Party

  • November 21 - No Class (Thanksgiving)

  • December 23 - Christmas Play

  • December 26 & January 2 - No Class (Christmas)

  • February 13 - No Class (Mardi Gras)

  • March 23 - Passion Play

  • April 2 - No Class (Easter)

  • April 20 - First Holy Communion Retreat

  • April 28 - First Holy Communion

  • May 28 - Party and Quiz Bowl