Religious Education
St. Mary's Catholic School
Our largest educational ministry at St. Mary's Parish is St. Mary's Catholic School, serving children from 6 weeks of age all the way through 8th grade. Our school is dedicated to meeting the spiritual, intellectual, physical and emotional needs of our children. More than a school, we help them grow, together, as a family of faith.
OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults)
Curious about the Catholic faith?
Join us every Sunday at 9:30am during Mass
September–April, Beginning September 7th.
The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is for any adult who wants to learn more about the Roman Catholic Church—no strings attached. You don’t have to commit to becoming Catholic to join us; just come with an open heart and a willingness to explore.
Through OCIA, you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions, discover the beauty of the Church’s teachings and traditions, and, if you choose, prepare for Baptism or full initiation into the Catholic Church. Together, we’ll walk through each stage of the journey, offering guidance, prayer, and support along the way.
CCD Program
2025-2026 School Year
The combined programs of catechesis at St. Mary's and St. Joan of Arc parishes meet on Sundays at 10:30AM in the St. Mary's School building. Our kick-off is Sunday, August 24th!
Cost
The fee is 25.00 per family and covers the textbook and all learning materials. If the cost is beyond your means, do not let it stop you from registering your child.
Register
Click here to register online.
Volunteer
Want to better know your faith? The best way is to teach it to others! And, we have a real need in our CCD program. Don’t let fear hold you back if you have it in your heart to teach CCD. You can be paired with an experienced Catechist for your first year. Your love of Christ is the only requirement and the rewards are bountiful. The harvest is plenty, the laborers are few. Can we count on you? Please email Jessica Martin. with inquiries: jmartin@stmarymobile.org.
We are excited about the many volunteer teachers and teaching assistants who have been hard at work to make this a truly rewarding experience.
Contact
Contact Jessica Martin at jmartin@stmarymobile.org any time for further information or to register your youth.
Children's Liturgy of the Word
During the Liturgy of the Word portion of the 9:30am Mass (September–May), any children in grades PreK3 through First Grade are invited to attend a special Liturgy of the Word just for them, with stories and songs and kid-friendly explanations of that Sunday's readings. They are called to the front of the altar and our CLOW leaders walk them through the Sacristy to the Chapel, where they meet, and then they return to the main church just in time to bring up the Gifts at the Offeratory and return to their seats. The CLOW leaders serve on rotation and usually teach CLOW one Sunday a month, and are assisted as needed by youth volunteers or other parents. A book with instructions is provided, so you need only to be able to follow along and be an encouraging light for our little ones!
If would like to get involved with this ministry, please click below.
Vacation Bible School (VBS)
Our VBS program provides spiritual and social opportunities for the parish children for one week during summer vacation. Students entering grades PreK4 through 5th Grade are invited to attend and enjoy crafts, outdoor activities, songs, snacks, and more! Students entering grades 6th through 12th, as well as parish adult volunteers, are invited to serve as instructors for art, religion, music, and other activities, as well as donate snack items and craft supplies when possible. There's a way for everyone to get involved!