Faith Formation
2026–2027 Religious Education, Adult O.C.I.A. & Bible Study at Saint Patrick
2026–2027 Religious Education Program (Pre-K – 10th Grade)
Saint Patrick Catholic Church offers Religious Education classes for children and youth in Pre-K through 10th Grade, including preparation for the Sacraments of First Reconciliation, First Holy Communion, and Confirmation.
Class Schedule & Location
Classes meet on the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Sundays of each month from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM in the basement of St. Patrick Church (prior to the 10:45 AM Sunday Mass).
- Children’s Faith Formation Coordinator
- Donna Baird — restpatrick@richmondcluster.org
- Pastoral Associate & Director of Religious Education
- Paulita Matheny — pmatheny@richmondcluster.org
Learn More About the Faith — Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (O.C.I.A.)
Are you looking to learn more about the Catholic faith? Perhaps you have walked into St. Patrick out of curiosity. Maybe you have a friend or relative who is Catholic and you want to know more about what holds their spiritual interest. Or perhaps you were baptized in the Catholic Church or another Christian tradition and wish to complete your Sacraments of Initiation (Eucharist and Confirmation).
The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (O.C.I.A.) is a welcoming process of inquiry, prayer, and study for adults interested in learning about the teachings and practices of the Catholic Church.
Weekly Schedule & Meeting Location
Classes meet each Sunday at 9:30 AM in the basement of the rectory. To access the conference room, enter through the gate to the right of the church and proceed down the steps to the room under the rectory porch.
Fred Powell — O.C.I.A. Catechist & Coordinator
Thursday Morning Bible Study
Parishioners and guests gather every Thursday from 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM for Scripture study and discussion. View upcoming sessions on our Parish Calendar.