Parish Education Programs

St. Matthew Parish Education Programs, support the Pastor, Catechetical leaders, and Youth Minister in the spiritual development of our parish family. It is important for all Catholics to grow in the knowledge of their faith and in their love of Christ and His Church. This can be accomplished with the extended help and support of all members of our parish family.
Our Parish School of Religion exists to support our parents by offering Religious Education classes providing a formal learning situation, and including opportunities for peer and community expressions of faith. Parents, by their example and guidance, are the primary religious educators of their children. The Church is committed to the religious education of its young people. In order to accomplish this for students who do not attend parochial school, our parish provides classes for school-aged children. If your are interested in becoming a Catechist or participating in other volunteer opportunities contact Julie Zarichny at 614/471-2067.

Our Rite Of Christian Initiation Of Adults (RCIA) program welcomes new members into the Catholic faith through education, faith sharing, friendship, and hospitality. The program prepares and initiates candidates into the Catholic faith. Study begins in the fall of each year and the parish is introduced to the candidates at several times throughout the year. All are invited to pray for them as they progress on their faith journey, with formal induction of candidates at the Easter Vigil services. For more information on this program contact Karen Burford at 614/475-2946.

Our Youth Ministry empowers our young people to live as disciples of Jesus Christ, draws them to responsible participation in the life and work of the Catholic faith community, and fosters each individual’s total personal and spiritual growth. We have a very active high school program and are in the process of starting a middle school ministry. For more information or volunteer opportunities contact Maria Prisco at 614/471-7556.

Is becoming a Parish Education Program volunteer right for you? A volunteer for this group: Likes to explore and help others explore God’s word in all facets of our lives and make it the foundation for all we are and do; believes that in knowledge there is strength; is excited about the spiritual and mental growth of others; and desires to share knowledge, experiences, and skills with others. If you would like more information on the above ministries, refer to your Stewardship Booklet or contact the parish rectory.