The Faith Formation Program through the leadership of the pastors, continues the mission of Jesus Christ to preach and teach, to celebrate and to serve so that God's kingdom may come in its fullness. Our mission is to encourage and aid each family in developing an active faith by providing instruction, and enabling each member to live the doctrines of the Catholic tradition.
Religious Education for students in grades 1-7 are held on Wednesday evenings during the academic school year from 7:00pm to 8:00pm at Holy Trinity. Elementary in the West Building (nearest the corner by the church). The first night will begin with a Mass at 6:30pm at the church.
The cost for Religious Education Classes is $20.00/child for the year. Those interested in signing their children up please complete the Registration Sheet and return it along with class fee to the parish office. The class schedule can also be printed for your convenience.
If you would like further information you can refer to the Parent-Student Handbook or you may contact Dixie Booten at (319)837-8905 westpointstmarydre@diodav.org The textbook used in Religious Education is the Faith and Life Series by Ignatius Press.
Religious Education for students in grades 1-7 are held on Wednesday evenings during the academic school year from 7:00pm to 8:00pm at Holy Trinity. Elementary in the West Building (nearest the corner by the church). The first night will begin with a Mass at 6:30pm at the church.
The cost for Religious Education Classes is $20.00/child for the year. Those interested in signing their children up please complete the Registration Sheet and return it along with class fee to the parish office. The class schedule can also be printed for your convenience.
If you would like further information you can refer to the Parent-Student Handbook or you may contact Dixie Booten at (319)837-8905 westpointstmarydre@diodav.org The textbook used in Religious Education is the Faith and Life Series by Ignatius Press.
St. Boniface Religious Education is held on Sunday Mornings. Please click on this link to print a registration sheet and turn into Dixie along with your registration fee. You can also print a class schedule.
Grade 1: Our Heavenly Father
Theme: Introduction to the Holy Trinity through presentations on God the Father, the life of Jesus, the Holy Spirit, God's plan of salvation and our part in that plan. Acquaints children with Mary, angels, and the saints. Children learn basic prayers.
Sequence:
The Curriculum Outline can be viewed, dowloaded or printed so you can see Chapter by Chapter information for your son or daughters Religion textbook
Theme: Introduction to the Holy Trinity through presentations on God the Father, the life of Jesus, the Holy Spirit, God's plan of salvation and our part in that plan. Acquaints children with Mary, angels, and the saints. Children learn basic prayers.
Sequence:
- Ch. 1-8: The Old Testament, God our Creator; our home in Heaven lost through original sin; the world prepares for the Savior.
- Ch. 9-21: The Incarnation, life, death, and Resurrection of Jesus.
- Ch. 22-28: The Holy Spirit, the Church, and Mary our mother.
The Curriculum Outline can be viewed, dowloaded or printed so you can see Chapter by Chapter information for your son or daughters Religion textbook
Grade 2: Jesus Our Life
Theme: Preparation for the first reception of the sacraments of Penance and Holy Communion, with the law of God and salvation history
as background. The lesson emphasizes God's mercy and love. Covers Creation, the Covenant with Moses, the Ten Commandments, Redemption, Forgiveness of Sins, and the Mass.
Sequence:
n these two sacraments. Students will learn how to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation, the order of the Mass, and the basics of prayer.
The Curriculum Outline can be viewed, dowloaded or printed so you can see Chapter by Chapter information for your son or daughters Religion textbook.
FIrst Reconcilliation and First Communion Schedule
Theme: Preparation for the first reception of the sacraments of Penance and Holy Communion, with the law of God and salvation history
as background. The lesson emphasizes God's mercy and love. Covers Creation, the Covenant with Moses, the Ten Commandments, Redemption, Forgiveness of Sins, and the Mass.
Sequence:
- Ch. 1-16: God teaches us through His law; we obey through love.
- Ch. 17-23: We find forgiveness of sins through Jesus' sacrifice.
- Ch. 24-34: We prepare for life in Heaven by reception of Jesus in the Eucharist and our life in the Church.
n these two sacraments. Students will learn how to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation, the order of the Mass, and the basics of prayer.
The Curriculum Outline can be viewed, dowloaded or printed so you can see Chapter by Chapter information for your son or daughters Religion textbook.
FIrst Reconcilliation and First Communion Schedule
Grade 3: Our Life with Jesus
Theme: God's plan of salvation, from creation to the Incarnation and Redemption to the birth of the Church at Pentecost and our life in the Church. Special emphasis on the importance of Confession, Communion and the Mass.
Sequence:
The Curriculum Outline can be viewed, dowloaded or printed so you can see Chapter by Chapter information for your son or daughters Religion textbook.
Theme: God's plan of salvation, from creation to the Incarnation and Redemption to the birth of the Church at Pentecost and our life in the Church. Special emphasis on the importance of Confession, Communion and the Mass.
Sequence:
- Ch. 1-7: The Old Testament covenant with God.
- Ch. 8-14: Obedience through love of God and His laws. In Confession we meet Jesus in His mercy.
- Ch. 15-25: The life of Jesus and Jesus in the sacrifice of the Mass.
- Ch. 26-30: Our part in the Church born of the Holy Spirit; our relationship with Mary and the Communion of Saints.
The Curriculum Outline can be viewed, dowloaded or printed so you can see Chapter by Chapter information for your son or daughters Religion textbook.
Grade 4: Jesus Our Guide
Theme: God's plan t save his people from sin (Salvation Histroy), how we participate in that plan, and the many ways God helps us in our pilgrimage on earth to Heaven through his word, his law, and his Church.
Sequence:
The Curriculum Outline can be viewed, dowloaded or printed so you can see Chapter by Chapter information for your son or daughters Religion textbook.
Theme: God's plan t save his people from sin (Salvation Histroy), how we participate in that plan, and the many ways God helps us in our pilgrimage on earth to Heaven through his word, his law, and his Church.
Sequence:
- B.C. Before Christ
Ch. 1-14: The fall and the first murder. The sin and suffering of mankind. God chooses his people and their leaders. - A.D. In the Year of Our Lord
Ch. 15-30: History changes when Jesus the King comes. Through grace, especially in the sacraments, we receive the strength to do good.
The Curriculum Outline can be viewed, dowloaded or printed so you can see Chapter by Chapter information for your son or daughters Religion textbook.
Grade 5: Credo: I Believe
Theme: A thorough study of the articles of the Creed as the basic belief of our Catholic faith, with a special emphasis on careful understanding of definitions through the words of the Gospels, and the prophets, and the prayers of the Church.
Sequence:
The Curriculum Outline can be viewed, dowloaded or printed so you can see Chapter by Chapter information for your son or daughters Religion textbook.
Theme: A thorough study of the articles of the Creed as the basic belief of our Catholic faith, with a special emphasis on careful understanding of definitions through the words of the Gospels, and the prophets, and the prayers of the Church.
Sequence:
- Unit 1: God the Father of All. The Old Testament and mankind's participation in and loss of God's life.
- Unit 2: God the Son, the Reedeemer. The fulfillment of God's plan in Christ, God and Man.
- Unit 3: God, the Holy Spirit, the Sanctifier. Our call to holiness and witness in the Church.
The Curriculum Outline can be viewed, dowloaded or printed so you can see Chapter by Chapter information for your son or daughters Religion textbook.
Grade 6: Following Christ
Theme: The blueprint for a life of love: the law of God, especially in the Ten Commandments, and the presence of Jesus in the Holy Mass. The interaction of the challenges of God's law and His gifts of Grace that help us fulfill His law.
Sequence:
The Curriculum Outline can be viewed, dowloaded or printed so you can see Chapter by Chapter information for your son or daughters Religion textbook.
Theme: The blueprint for a life of love: the law of God, especially in the Ten Commandments, and the presence of Jesus in the Holy Mass. The interaction of the challenges of God's law and His gifts of Grace that help us fulfill His law.
Sequence:
- Part 1: The Ten Commandments. Forming the conscience and increasing closeness to God.
- Part 2: The Holy Mass. An emphasis on the Real Presence and Christ's sacrifice and explanation of the parts of the Mass.
- Part 3: The Last Things. Death and God's judgment of us, with an emphasis on the great happiness of Heaven.
The Curriculum Outline can be viewed, dowloaded or printed so you can see Chapter by Chapter information for your son or daughters Religion textbook.
Grade 7: The Life of Grace
Theme: Grace as our link with God, His gift to us to bring us to Himself and His eternal life, with an emphasis on transmission of grace through the seven sacraments and on God's loving gifts of revelation, of Himself through the prophets, the incarnation and the Church. The role of grace in developing the virtues.
Sequence:
The Curriculum Outline can be viewed, dowloaded or printed so you can see Chapter by Chapter information for your son or daughters Religion textbook.
Theme: Grace as our link with God, His gift to us to bring us to Himself and His eternal life, with an emphasis on transmission of grace through the seven sacraments and on God's loving gifts of revelation, of Himself through the prophets, the incarnation and the Church. The role of grace in developing the virtues.
Sequence:
- Part 1: God Reveals Himself. The revelation of God through creation, the prophets, and to the chosen people.
- Part 2: God becomes Man. Jesus, true God and true Man, Priest and Sacrifice.
- Part 3: God Shares His Life. The operation of grace in our lives, in developing the virtues especially through each sacrament.
The Curriculum Outline can be viewed, dowloaded or printed so you can see Chapter by Chapter information for your son or daughters Religion textbook.