Discipleship Faith Formation Registration


Registration for 2025-2026 has closed. Please contact faithformation@olphkc.org for information.

First Reconciliation & First Communion

The heart of Christian life is the celebration of the Holy Eucharist. Baptized Christians are fully joined to the Body of Christ and His Church in the Eucharist. Discipleship Faith Formation (DFF) Classes for First Communion Year 1 are offered to first graders and are focused on First Reconciliation. First Communion Year 2 is offered to second graders who have already completed an approved First Communion Year 1 class and are prepared to receive the sacrament.

First Communion Year 1:
For students grades 1-2 who are beginning preparation for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Communion
First Communion Year 2:
For students grade 2 who have completed First Communion Year 1 in preparation for the Sacrament of First Communion

Confirmation

The process of preparing for the Sacrament of Confirmation spans two years. In the first year, fifth graders are introduced to the sacrament through Confirmation Year 1 classes, where the focus is on the study of the sacraments and Catholic doctrine. In the second year, sixth graders participate in Confirmation Year 2 classes, which place a deep emphasis on the study of Christ (Christology) with a particular focus on the Holy Spirit and the Sacrament of Confirmation.

Confirmation Year 1:
For students grades 5-11 who are beginning preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation
Confirmation Year 2:
For students grades 6-12 who have completed Confirmation Year 1 in preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation

Non-Sacramental Years

3rd grade: Holy Family Year
This year follows reception of First Holy Communion to deepen the family experience of this grace. The family is invited to follow the model of the Holy Family and to create a plan for this. “Do-it-yourself Family Retreat”: This family retreat can be done at home, or in parish groups using provided materials. The family will learn about their unique mission to discern each member’s role. This retreat includes preparation for a simple consecration of their home to the Holy Family.

4th grade: Ten Commandments Year
This year will facilitate further reflection on how the Ten Commandments are God’s recipe for a wonderful life of freedom. Parishes and schools will have several ways to equip parents for conversations about living the Ten Commandments.

7th–8th grade: Works of Charity and Mercy Years
Support will be provided for parents to continue having fruitful faith conversations at home. This will also include family “Action Guides.” Focus will be establishing spiritual family life in addition to attending Mass through family service projects and faith-sharing resources for parents to help develop the “language of faith” in the home.

9th–10th grade: Virtue and Morality Years
These years will emphasize the role of parents as mentors who continue to support the development of their child’s moral life and character. “The goal of the virtuous life is to become like God” - St. Gregory.

11th–12th grade: Discover Your Vocation Years
To prepare youth to venture out into the world, parents will seek to strengthen family sacramental life and day-to-day disciplines in prayer and reading of scripture.

Section 1: 3-4 graders (new and returning students)
Section 2: 7-12 graders: Youth Disciples