OUr Lady of The Lakes Faith Formation

“Let no one disregard you because you are young, but be an example to all the believers in the way you speak and behave, and in your love, your faith, and your purity.” -1 Timothy 4:12

  • We offer classes for First through Eighth grade. We prepare students for First Reconciliation, First Communion, Confirmation, and RCIC prep

  • Our Lady of the Lakes Youth Ministry is on a mission to grow the faith of the youth. The present youth group was reestablished in 2023.

A Note from Alyssa Retana, OLL CRE

On November 9, 2018, during his morning Mass, Pope Francis emphasized that "the sacraments are not for sale," highlighting the sanctity of the Church's rituals. I wholeheartedly agree, as it underscores the importance of faith over money. However, the Church also needs financial support to fulfill its mission.

Each year, we organize our Religious Education (RE) program, which requires resources for materials and events. We strive to keep it affordable, understanding that families may face financial challenges. 

We offer payment options and discounts, with support from the Scrapbooking Committee and the Knights of Columbus. Selling Advent calendars helps fund the program, and we welcome donations for scholarships and improved resources to support families on their faith journey

*Sacraments require two years of religious education. Anyone over the age of seven who has not been baptized must complete the two-years of OCIA

Below are the activities, services, and Catholic Heart Work Camps we have done!

OLL RE 2026-2027 Registration is open

OLL Religious Education information

Monthly Newsletter

OLL RE classes are intended for 1st- 8th grade (or 16 and under who have been baptized or not), in which each student will receive:

  • First Reconciliation

  • First Holy Communion

  • Confirmation

  • OCIA (those who have not been baptized)

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Events throughout the Arch of Chicago

Please click the link below for more events throughout the Arch

Events

Catholic Resources

Archdiocese of Chicago Children’s Formation & Religious Education Info HERE

Daily Reading HERE

Broadcast & Online Mass through the Archdiocese of Chicago HERE

Hallow App HERE (Pray with Fr. Mike Schmitz with the new Catechism in a Year and Bible in a Year on Hallow, the #1 Christian Prayer App & #1 Catholic App in the World.)

Mental Health Information HERE

Our Lady of the Lakes Religious Education Program strives to promote Catholic teachings for students who attend non-Parochial schools. The classes support religious training for first through eighth grade and high school confirmation.

The Religious Education Program is monitored and supported by an Advisory Board. The board’s purpose is to review and change the curriculum as needed, review the books used in the Program, help establish and monitor a working budget, establish overall monitoring of the program's success, and name just a few of the board’s responsibilities.