General Information 

1. Religious instruction is offered to all youth in grades K – 12 on Wednesday evenings.  The classes begin, most evenings (see schedule), at 6:30 and last 60 – 75 minutes.  Per our diocesan practice, instruction is offered for First Communion in the 2^nd Grade.  Confirmation is usually received by students in the 11^th grade with some exceptions for families with specific needs (ex, transfers to the area).
    

2. A very reasonably-priced, family-style meal is served prior to classes (at 5:30) for the convenience of our families involved in PSR as well as some casual fellowship for the entire community. 
    

3. Registration for all classes should be through the Coordinator of Religious Education and may be accomplished over the phone (601-693-1321), M – F, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. 
    

4. Fees are $10 per student or $25 per family max. 
    

5. Required registration data includes: student’s full name, home phone number, address, parent’s name, student’s birth date, student’s school.
    

6. All of our teachers and staff have been cleared to work with children through the “Protection of Children” program and have all undergone training and background checks per this Diocesan-Mandated program.
    

7. All classes occur throughout the parish facilities (St. Patrick School, Family Life Center and Parish Center) of Saint Patrick Church.
    

8. In the event of inclement weather, a determination of cancellation of classes will be made before 4 p.m.  Parents should call the office no sooner than that time.
    

9. The PSR offers various scripture studies (including Little Rock), Catholic 101 and other programs for Adults as well as young people.  For more information, check with the CRE at the Parish Office (601-693-1321).
    

10. Baptism instruction is offered to parents 3 or 4 times per year.
     

11. A marriage enhancement seminar called REFOCCUS is offered each year to couples who have been married at least 2 years.  Couples are encouraged to participate in this event every 3 – 5 years.