Children’s Religious Education

Faith formation for children and families — in English and Spanish — from the parish of St. Ignatius Martyr in Austin, Texas.

Find your program

Choose the page that matches your family. Each program page lists required forms, class times, and who to contact.

Faith Formation (FF1) — Year 1 of the two-year path to First Communion (FC2) or becoming Catholic (OCIA).

First Communion (FC2) — Year 2 sacramental prep, culminating in First Holy Communion.

OCIA Adapted for Children (OCIA) — for unbaptized children age 8+, or baptized non-Catholic, preparing for Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist.

Ages 5–9 step out of Sunday Mass for an age-appropriate Gospel lesson. No registration — just walk up.

Ongoing faith formation for grades 3–5 after First Communion.

Sacrament prep and faith-formation classes for parents.

Help form the next generation. Catechists, aides, and classroom support always welcome.

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Newsletters, schedule changes, and announcements from the RE office.

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Call or email — we’re here to help. Phone: (512) 442-8586 · Email: vkraft@st-ignatius.org.