Catechism

Main Catechetical Programme (Catechism)

Catechism is the structured faith formation programme that aims to teach children and youth the basic doctrine and sacraments of the Catholic faith. The objective is to enable all to grow in faith and discipleship and to develop in them a loving and special relationship with God. Catechism for Primary school-going children will prepare them to receive the Sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion (usually when they are in Primary 3). The Sacrament of Confirmation is administered to Secondary 3 students as part of the Catechetic programme.

Liturgical Catechesis
(Ages 7 - 12)

Our young individuals are led into the mystery of God’s love present within the sacred liturgy held by Mother Church.

 

Primary 1 & 2 : Children’s Liturgy of the Word

At St Mary’s, all Primary 1 & 2 children attend Children’s Liturgy (CL) of the Word as part of their faith formation process.

Sessions

  • Saturday 4pm Mass

  • Sunday 9am Mass

Please click here to view:
2024 Children’s Liturgy Schedule (Sat)
2024 Children’s Liturgy Schedule (Sun)

Note: Registration for P1 & P2 catechism for 2024 is now closed. For any queries, please email to acheong.stmary@catholic.org.sg

Children’s Liturgy of the Word also produced weekly videos from 2021 to 2022 to complement what was being taught in class. Click below to learn more about Children’s Liturgy and view the videos.

Primary 3 to 6

Sessions (hybrid format for 2024)

All sessions are held on Saturday.

  • Primary 3 (L3) : 10am to 11.30am (FULL)

  • Primary 4 (L4): 10am to 11am

  • Primary 5 (L5): 11.15am to 12.15pm

  • Primary 6 (L6): 1.30pm to 2.30pm

  • Primary 3/4 Bridging class: 10am to 11.30am (FULL)

  • Primary 5/6 Bridging class: 10am to 11.30am (one class)

Note: Registration for Primary catechism and bridging classes for 2024 is now closed. For any queries, please email to acheong.stmary@catholic.org.sg

Community Catechesis
(Ages 13 - 15)

Community catechesis builds on the foundations established in Liturgical Catechesis and empowers the young individual to share, nourish and challenge his or her faith within a community.

 

Secondary 1 to 3

Sessions (hybrid format for 2024)

All sessions are held on Saturday.

  • Sec 1 (L7): 2pm to 3.15pm

  • Sec 2 (L8): 2.40pm to 3.55pm

  • Sec 3 (L9): 3.30pm to 4.50pm

  • Sec 1/2/3 Bridging class: 11am to 12.15pm (one class)

The Sacrament of Confirmation is administered at Secondary 3. Click below to learn more.

Note: Registration for Secondary catechism and bridging classes for 2024 is now closed. For any queries, please email to acheong.stmary@catholic.org.sg

Interested to be a Catechist?

If you are interested to work with our Catechetical Ministry in imparting the faith to our youth, click below for more information about being a Catechist in St Mary’s: