“When families bring children into the world, train them in faith and sound values, and teach them to contribute to society, they become a blessing in our world.”
Pope Francis
St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Community is proud to offer Faith Formation Classes for all children in Grades 1-11. Through classroom learning, small group discussions, crafts, activities and family events, we aim to help young people grow as disciples of Jesus. Our desire is to walk alongside every family, supporting each person in their own faith journey, and building families that are confidently able to live lives of faithful witness to the Gospel and the love of Jesus Christ. Come Join Us – All are Welcome!
**Grades 1-6: Please indicate your preference for Class Time in the NOTES section of the registration form.**
After you have registered for Faith Formation classes please complete the Parent Form 2025-2026 by clicking the button below.
The Parent Form 2025-2026 includes sections for Family Info, Tuition Payment Options, Volunteer Opportunities, Media Release and the Parent Handbook.
St. Gabriel Catholic Community Faith Formation Office
900 Geiger Street, Neenah, WI 54956
920-725-0660
Tina Peirick – Grades 1-8 & Families- tpeirick@smcatholicschools.org
Victor Meschi – Grades 9-12 & Youth Ministry – vmeschi@smcatholicschools.org
Faith Formation Classes:
Elementary – Grades 1-6
- Classes meet Wednesday afternoon 4:30pm to 5:30pm or Wednesday evening 6:00pm to 7:00pm *Please indicate your preference for Class Time in the NOTES section of the registration form.**
- Preparation for First Reconciliation and First Communion are typically in 2nd grade. If your child has not received these sacraments and is older than 2nd grade, please contact Tina at tpeirick@smcatholicschools.org or 920-725-0660 to inquire about receiving these sacraments.
Middle School – Grades 7 and 8
- Classes for middle school meet Wednesday evenings from 6:00pm to 7:00pm. Students will meet as a combined large group and then breakout into smaller groups by grade for more personal discussion and conversation.
High School – Grades 9 and 10
- Grades 9 and 10 will be meeting on Wednesday nights from 7:15pm to 8:30 pm, each week. In our time together, we will explore who Jesus is, why he matters, and what difference it makes in each of our lives today. With the guidance of small group leaders, students will break out into small groups to discuss the week’s topic, burning questions, doubts, fears….and anything else that might come up! Our Faith Formation model focuses on faith and living as a Christian disciple as a life-long lifestyle, not something to be learned for the test and set on the shelf.
Confirmation – Grade 11
- For the 2025-26 School Year, Confirmation Classes will be held on Sundays, following the 5:00pm Mass. Diocesan Guidelines require that all students, whether public school or Catholic school, prepare for the sacrament of Confirmation through regular class meetings, a retreat, and completion of work with their Confirmation Sponsor. Sponsors must be a practicing Catholic, more than 16 years old, and cannot be a parent of the student. Materials will be provided to the student to go through with their sponsor, so they are encouraged to select someone with whom they have means of regular communication and are able to talk comfortably with about their faith.
- Enrollment in 9th and 10 grade class either in Faith Formation or at a Catholic High School is a prerequisite for Confirmation Preparation. The Confirmation Mass this year will be held on Thursday, May 14th, 2026 at 6:00pm. Please contact Victor Meschi at 920-725-0660 or vmeschi@smcatholicschools.org for any questions regarding Confirmation.
- Classes will be held Sunday Evenings when Neenah Schools, or St. Mary Catholic are not closed the Friday before or the Monday after. A full Faith Formation schedule can be found below, or you can click here to add our schedule to your Google Calendar. Confirmation Prep Google Calendar
Registration and Forms
CLASS TIMES:
(Grades 1-6) Wednesday from 4:30-5:30 pm OR 6:00-7:00 pm
(Grades 7 & 8) Wednesday from 6:00-7:00 pm
(Grades 9 & 10) Wednesday from 7:15-8:30 pm
(Grade 11) Sunday 5:00pm Mass with 6:00-7:15 pm class
- All registrations and parent forms will be done online
- For Grades 1-6 REGISTRATION, please indicate in the NOTES section on the registration form which class session you prefer.
- Please review the attached Parent Handbook and fill out the Parent Form 2025-2026.
After you have registered for Faith Formation classes please complete the Parent Form 2025-2026 by clicking the button below.
The Parent Form 2025-2026 includes sections for Family Info, Tuition Payment Options, Volunteer Opportunities, Media Release and the Parent Handbook.
Tuition and Fees
- Tuition for Grades 1-10 is $140 per student, with a maximum of $420 per family
- Tuition for Confirmation is $170 per student, and includes all materials and the retreat.
- The Retreat and Materials fee for First Reconciliation is $25. This fee is not included in the family maximum.
- The Retreat and Materials fee for First Communion is $30. This fee is not included in the family maximum.
- Tuition Assistance is available for those who need it. No student will be denied Faith Formation opportunities due to financial constraints. Please Contact Tina Peirick at tpeirick@smcatholicschools.org to request assistance.
Home Study Program
- Home study for Faith Formation classes is available for families who cannot attend regular Faith Formation classes.
- This option is available only upon request and acceptance by the Faith Formation staff. A contract for home study must be filled out and returned to the Faith Formation Office at the beginning of the program.
- Children in the home study program must meet with Faith Formation staff person on a regular basis. Families are expected to attend all family events listed in this handbook. Regular tuition & fees apply.
- For more information on Home Study Faith Formation, please reach out to the Coordinator for your child’s grade level.
- Home Study is NOT available for grades 2 , 9, 10 or 11 with Sacrament Prep Programs.
Payments
- Payments can be made through our online portal at any time.
- Cash or checks can be dropped off or mailed to us at 900 Geiger Street
- SCRIP Credit is available by indicating Faith Formation Tuition on your SCRIP Order Form. Please call 920-725-0660 for any questions about SCRIP Credits for Faith Formation Tuition
- All Faith Formation Teachers will receive discounted tuition.
- Tuition Assistance is available for those who need it. No student will be denied Faith Formation opportunities due to financial constraints. Please Contact Tina Peirick at tpeirick@smcatholicschools.org to request assistance.
- As we go through the process of hiring a new coordinator, please direct any questions to Victor Meschi at vmeschi@smcatholicschools.org
- All payments are due by April 1, 2026