Parents receive in the Sacrament of Matrimony, the grace and the MINISTRY of the Christian education of their children to whom they transmit and bear witness to human and religious values.

The educational activity which is both human and religious is a true ministry through which the Gospel is transmitted and radiated so that family life is transformed into a journey of faith and the school of Christian life. {#227 General Directory of Catechesis, 1998}

It is necessary that religious instruction appear as a scholastic discipline with the same systematic demands and the same rigor as other disciplines. It must present the Christian messaage & the Christian event with the same seriousness and the same depth with which other diciplines present their knowledge. {#73 General Directory of Catechesis, 1998}

St. Gabriel Parish Staff formalized a Sacramental Policy and its purpose is to clearly state the process for spiritual development in the matter of passing on the life of faith to our children.

To receive the sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist & Confirmation at St. Gariel Parish:

1. The child must attend Religious Education classes for two {2} consecutive years {this will enable a continuity in skill development and knowledge.

2. The child must complete assignments on time. {these assignments will give administration/teachers an idea of how well your child is understanding the necessary information}

In addition, parents/guardians must attend one mandatory parent meeting scheduled for each sacrament in order that we may update your knowledge on the theology and practical aspects of the sacraments.

The Parish Staff, in collaboration with the parents, reserve the right for individual consideration with regard to the reception of the sacraments.