K-6 Religious Education

MISSION STATEMENT

To introduce elementary age children to the Bible, concentrating on the teachings of Jesus Christ, and to instruct the children in the Catechism of the Catholic Church so they will embrace their faith and become committed members of our Catholic faith community.

The K-6 Religious Education Program assists parents on their Catholic faith journey as they guide their children in their spiritual growth. This includes Sacrament preparation (First Reconciliation, Confirmation, First Communion, and Extraordinary Sacrament Preparation). Classes meet weekly on Wednesdays during the school year at 4:00-5:15 p.m., 5:30-6:45 p.m., or 7:00-8:15 p.m. To enroll your child fill out the online form or contact the parish office.

Sacraments 2026-2027 school year begins the implementation of the Salina Diocese-wide transition to the Restored Order of the Sacraments of Initiation (ROSI). Detailed information on ROSI can be found HERE. All Sacraments are conferred at your parish; therefore, Manhattan Catholic School students will continue to receive faith formation at school but will receive their Sacraments at their respective parish. MCS students that will receive a Sacrament will need to enroll religious education. There will be a Sacrament Only option for Catholic school students.

2026-2027 School Year

First Reconciliation Children receive formation and receive this Sacrament in 2nd Grade.

Confirmation Children in grades 3-12 who have been baptized and received their first communion will have the opportunity to be confirmed at one of the Masses scheduled for "catch-up" Confirmations. Manhattan Catholic School students need to enroll in the "Sacrament only" option to be included in these Sacrament celebrations.

9th & 10th Grade Confirmation Mass - November 22, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.

3rd - 8th Grade Confirmation Masses - January 17, 24 ,and 31, 2027 at 3:00 p.m.

2027-2028 School Year

First Reconciliation Children receive formation and receive this Sacrament in 2nd Grade.

Confirmation & First Communion Children are prepared for and receive both of these Sacraments in the 3rd Grade at one Mass.

Extraordinary Sacrament Preparation
Children baptized Catholic but missed receiving a Sacrament (grades 4-8) will be invited to attend these classes. Your child would attend their grade level classes in addition to a monthly preparation class for their Sacraments.

Contact	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Director of Religious Education

K-6 Documents

Documents

pdf 2026 27 K 6 Calendar

Restored Order of the Sacraments of Initiation

Starting in the 2026-27 School year we will begin the Restored Order of the Sacraments of Initiation (ROSI). Previously children in 2nd Grade received First Reconciliation and Communion and 10th Graders received Confirmation. In 2026-27 2nd Graders will receive First Reconciliation. There will be no First Communion class this school year. All the children caught in the middle of this transition will have the opportunity to receive Confirmation at the Confirmation Masses we will over throughout the next year. Families have the option to choose to have all their 3rd-10th Graders confirmed at one Mass or separately or in future years. If you have questions about why we are doing this click the button below for a page dedicated to providing information about the what and why. For specific questions or concerns do not hesitate to reach out to us at 785-776-5151.

Tell me more about ROSI

Holy Fire

WHAT: At Holy Fire, middle school Catholics in grades 6-8 are invited and challenged to embrace their baptismal call and the powerful, relevant gospel of Jesus. Through talks by dynamic speakers, witnessed by peers, inspirational praise and worship, and rich experiences of the Sacraments, Holy Fire helps young people feel seen, welcomed, and invited into a life-changing commitment to Christ.

Hosted by the Catholic Diocese of Salina, and brought to you by the producers of NCYC, the nation's largest Catholic youth event: the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry, in partnership with Equipping the Saints, a division of Declan Weir Productions, Inc.

WHO: Middle School Youth in grades 6-8

WHEN: Saturday, November 7, 2026

COST: $50.00 per person (adult/student). Lunch is included in the registration cost

WHERE: Beach Schmidt Performing Arts Center (Sheridan Hall)
Fort Hays State University
600 Park St, Hays, KS 67601

DEADLINE: October 28, 2026

Holy Fire: SCHEDULE

Please email Rick Smith, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., if you are interested in attending.