The religious education of our youth is an important mandate for us as members of the Church.  Our Faith is a gift which we are obligated to pass on.  Parents are always the first teachers of their children.  Our religious educators are officially entrusted with the task of announcing the “Good News” to our youth.  By means of religious instruction, preparation for the sacraments, encouraging prayer and good works, they help our youth grow as they follow in the steps of Christ.