Our Lady of Perpetual Help is more than just an educational institution, we are a faith community. We are a ministry of the Catholic Church and emphasize Catholic teachings, virtues, and traditions. However, we value diversity and a respect for all faiths. Families from other faith backgrounds are a welcome part of our school community.
In a Catholic school, all students are expected to attend and participate in prayer, the Mass, and religious education classes. During the course of the year, students participate in special activities that help us celebrate the different seasons of the Catholic Church. Students celebrate the true meaning of Christmas and Easter, observe the seasons of Advent and Lent, and learn about and honor the saints, holy men and women who are role models for us in our journey of faith.
For Non-Catholic students, the focus is on deepening personal relationships with Jesus Christ and developing a greater understanding between Christian churches. Our school does not try to convert students of other denominations.
We invite you to contact the principal to address any questions regarding faith development and instruction at grade levels.
FAITH ENVIRONMENT
As a Catholic school, religious study is a core part of the curriculum. Religion at OLPH is not just studying Catholicism. Christ is the center and focus of our school. Many of the students who attend our school are practicing members of other faiths and our school is place of hospitality for these students. We consider it an act of respect and courtesy that our curriculum helps them to reflect on the nature of their own religious identity.
Students attend Catholic Mass every Friday. Students lead the Mass, serving as greeters, cantors, lectors, choir members, and altar servers.
Catholic students preparing for the Sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Communion will receive their required preparation in second grade religion class. There is no need to enroll in Faith Development.