PSR - Parish School of Religion

Our Story

Our PSR classes include Kindergarten through Grade 8. The students are from St. Joseph Parish and Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish in South Amherst. Our teachers for the program are under the direction of the PSR Principal Mrs. Angie Eads. If you have questions about our program please contact Mrs. Eads at 440-988-4244 ext. 247, email at: angela.eads@sjs-amherst.org. Our PSR program fees and Sacramental costs are collected through Facts Management System found at the bottom of this page.

Get Involved

There are many ways to get involved with Saint Joseph Parish & Nativity of BVM Parish. Attend one of our events, become a member, or volunteer your time. If you are interested in teaching or helping out with our PSR program, Mrs. Eads would love to talk with you.

Sacramental Programs

Below you will find the schedule of classes and events as well as information regarding the Sacramental formation.

PSR is open for students Kindergarten - 8th grade.

Classes are on Wednesdays from 5:30pm - 6:45pm, starting October 2nd

Important dates for the parent meetings for children making sacraments this calendar year.

All the meetings will take place in the church following the 11:00 a.m. Mass.

February 9th - First Eucharist parent meeting

Attention Confirmation Parents

All students preparing for the sacrament of confirmation should

participate in our Holy Ground Youth Group sessions and activities.

The confirmation sponsor or applicant must complete the

sponsor information sheet (link below).

ALL sponsors not from St. Joseph or Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish in South Amherst must obtain a sponsor certificate from their home parish.

In addition, all sponsors must meet the following requirements:

Be at least 16 years of age.
Be fully initiated into the Catholic Faith (having received the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and 1st Eucharist) and be an active practicing Catholic.
And if married, the marriage must be valid according to cannon law within the Catholic Church.

** SEE LINKS AND DOCUMENTS BELOW

2024-2025 PSR Registration

Registration is closed.

Contact PSR Principal Angela Eads at angela.eads@sjs-amherst.com

Registration is closed

PSR 2024-2025 Calendar

2024-2025 PSR Calendar

First Holy Communion Registration

Forms are required for students in 2nd Grade in order for them to be able to receive the Holy Sacrament of First Communion

*A COPY OF YOUR CHILD'S BAPTISMAL CERTIFICATE MUST BE SUBMITTED To the PSR office

Click the button below to register your child to receive the Sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion for the 2024-2025 school year:

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Confirmation Registration

Forms are required for students in 8th Grade in order for them to be able to receive the Holy Sacrament of Confirmation. Scroll down for more forms needed for Confirmation.

*A COPY OF YOUR CHILD'S BAPTISMAL CERTIFICATE MUST BE SUBMITTED to the PSR OFFICE.

Use the button below to register your child to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation in the 2024-2025 school year. See the next section for additional items needed.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Sacramental Registration Form

Confirmation Saint Report (pdf)

Grade 8 Service (pdf)

Attention 8th Graders

Mass attendance is expected weekly
Class attendance is expected weekly
Holy Ground Youth Group attendance is expected (occurs twice monthly on Sundays after 5:00pm Mass - see bulletin for dates)
A SPONSOR CERTIFICATE MUST BE SUBMITTED - This form should be obtained by the sponsor from the church in which they are registered and attend.

Sponsor Information

FACTS

PAYMENT POLICY FOR PSR & SACRAMENTAL FEES

All payments for PSR and Sacramental fees must be made through FACTS Management System. NO cash or checks will be accepted

***If you do not receive an invoice or you have any questions regarding this process, please contact Angela Eads, PSR Principal at (440) 988-4244 ext. 247

OR email: angie.eads@sjs-amherst.org

FACTS Payments