August 2021


Dear Parents/Guardians,

As Fall draws near, it is time to begin our Christian Formation program at St. André’s.  We  
would like to welcome all children, Grades K-10.  The 2^nd Graders will be focusing on the
Sacraments of Penance and First Communion.  The 9^th and 10^th Graders will focus on
the Sacrament of Confirmation (those 7^th Graders who completed Confirmation I
last year will complete Confirmation II as 8^th Graders this year). 

Enclosed you will find a Registration Form and a calendar containing class dates. 
Christian Formation will be held on Sundays from 9:30am to 10:30am, so that you
have the opportunity to attend Mass as a family after class.  Confirmation classes will
meet once a month on Sundays from 11:00am to 1:15pm, with attendance at Mass from
11:00am to 12:00pm.  Classes will be held in the rectory and parish center.  On the
first day of class, Sunday, September 19^th, students will meet together in Notre
Dame Church at 9:30am.  Confirmation II students will meet in the Parish Center
after the 11:00am Mass.  Confirmation I students will not meet until September
28^th. 

St. André’s will be following the COVID protocols of the Malone Central School District. 
We ask that students arrive for class by 9:15am so temperatures may be taken, and
questionnaires completed.  Masks are required. 

There will be a $25 fee (up to 2 children) or $50 fee (3 or more children) to cover the
cost of material and supplies. We need to order materials for classes, so it is extremely important that you return your completed registration forms by Monday, August 30th.


Please complete the enclosed Registration Form for each child in your family that will be
attending Christian Formation.  The completed form may be dropped off at the parish
office, mailed back, or dropped in the collection basket at Mass.  We would like to
begin ordering materials soon so your prompt return of the completed forms would be
greatly appreciated. 

We look forward to working with you and your children as we discuss our faith and grow
in the knowledge of God and His unconditional love for us.  If you have any questions or
concerns, please feel free to contact us via the Parish Office at 518-483-1300 or by
email at religioused@standres.org.

Thank you and God Bless.

Sincerely,
Rev. Steven Murray                                                Deacon Nicholas & Mary Haas       
Pastor                                                                     Christian Formation Coordinators