Visit our Faith Formation Website!

Visit us at faith.stacharlotte.com.  Here you will find all of the latest news and information about religous education from preschool through adult at St. Thomas Aquinas.  You can also download the class registration form for the upcoming year, learn about being a catechist, find links to enrich your faith life, and so much more! 

For information about our Preschool Program, click here. 

Faith Formation Classes

Grades 1 - 8

Religious Education at St. Thomas Aquinas is rooted in Sacred Scripture. It is faithful to the Tradition of the Catholic Church and guided by the Holy Spirit. Our program is centered on the Person of Jesus Christ, inviting relationship with God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. This program encourages a living faith within the Domestic and Universal Church. Built and grounded on the four pillars of the faith (Creed, Liturgy and Sacraments, Moral Life, Prayer) our program uses the 6 tasks of catechesis which are to promote: knowledge of the faith, Liturgy and Sacraments, Morality, Prayer, Community/Mission of the Church, and how to be active Christian members of society.

Education of the faith begins at home in the “Domestic Church.” The parents are the primary teachers of the faith. St. Thomas offers classes for every grade 1 - 8 to help foster this growth of faith and provide opportunities for each person to receive the Sacraments and grow in greater communion with our Lord.
 

Catholic Schools

Students enrolled in Catholic Schools do not need to attend Faith Formation classes if they are receiving daily faith instruction at school. However, during sacramental years (those seeking First Communion and Confirmation) students must enroll in Faith Formation classes. It is essential that Catholic School students attend all special activities for the preparation of those specific sacraments. Students must also complete any special service projects and attend Sunday Masses.
 

Sacramental Preparation

Entering a sacramental year is a time of great reflection and meaning. It is a special time in the life of a family. All sacramental prep classes require two years of Faith Formation instruction.

St. Thomas Aquinas Children's Enrichment Preschool

For more than 13 yeras, the St. Thomas Aquinas preschool had provided a loving and caring learning environment that is uniquely Catholic for children ages 2-5 years.  Visit our  website for available programs, class times, age requirements, and all of the latest news!  For more information, call 704-549-0199 or e-mail Debra Nelson, Preschool Director .