Children Ministries
Director of Religious Education: Patricia Evans pevans@charlestondiocese.org
803-729-4625 (No text)
Director of Music: Dr. Denise Rudell drudell@charlestondiocese.org
“Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these." (Mark 10:4-15)
Faith Formation Program (Sunday School)
The Faith Formation program is designed to assist parents in the formal training of their children ages 4 through grade 5 in the Catholic faith. In keeping with Diocesan guidelines, we guide our children to grow spiritually closer to God, through study, prayer, and worship. Preparation for the Sacraments of 1st Holy Communion and Reconciliation fall into this ministry. We always are looking for teachers and assistants.
Register for Pre-K through 5th Grade (download and print form) - Begins Sunday, July 19, 2026, and ends August 17, 2026. All children and at least one Parent/Legal Guardian must report to the Large Classroom in the Church on September 17, 2026, 9:00 AM.
Download and Print Pre-K through 5th Grade Faith Formation Calendar (2026-27 calendar coming soon!)
Event Participation
We are a very active parish. It is our goal that all members of the parish know they are loved by God and cared about/supported by their Parish Community.
Therefore, here are some of the Events that the children & families are asked to participate in:
- Children’s Masses
- Trunk or Treat
- Bags for Badges
- First Responder Holiday Dinner
- Advent Workshop for Children
- Children’s Christmas Pageant
- Lenten Retreat & Children’s Stations of the Cross
- May Crowning
- Vacation Bible School
Details will always be given to the families through Flocknote, emails to the parents, and information in the bulletin--so watch for information.
Children's Choir
Our Director of Music, Dr. Denise Rudell, runs an elementary-aged Children's Choir for parish children who are interested in learning to sing for the Mass. Practices are 5:30-6:15 on Wednesdays during the school year following the Religious Education Calendar. To sign up, or learn more about Children's Choir, please contact Dr. Denise Rudell drudell@charlestondiocese.org
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Volunteers Needed!!
Adult and teen volunteers are needed for Children's Choir. If you are interested in helping or in-service hours, please contact Dr. Rudell or call the parish office.
