The Afterschool Discipleship formation program (formerly Religious Education) will now have two campus locations to serve our family of Parishes: St. Frances Cabrini in Allen Park and St. Andre Bessette in Ecorse.
Discipleship Formation provides catechesis to children, helping them through the process of spiritual formation, education of the Catholic faith, and on-going conversion as they grow closer to Christ through the sacraments. Our trained dedicated catechists teach the faith of the Catholic Church by both word and example.
Our program is designed for children to participate beginning in 1st grade and continue attending each year through 8th grade. Each year of formation helps your child gain a deeper understanding of the faith and prepares their hearts to receive the sacraments of the Catholic Church. Our mission is to help inspire a new generation of disciples in Christ. We strive to help our children establish a firm faith foundation so they may continue to grow in holiness, through prayer, charity and the sharing of our faith.
Our program begins in 1st grade and continues through confirmation 8th grade.
Registration is now open until August 22, 2026.
**Discipleship Formation is only offered to those families already registered with one of our family of parishes which includes: St. Frances Cabrini, St. Andre Bessette, St. Constance, St. Alfred, Our Lady of Angels, and St. Mary Magdalen.
St. Frances Cabrini Campus, Allen Park | Classes are held on Mondays in the Cabrini Elementary School
4:30pm – 6:00pm: 1st Grade to 6th Grade
6:30pm – 8:00pm: 1st Grade to 6th Grade
Confirmation Preparation – 7th and 8th grade | Meet twice a month
Last of Fourth Monday every month – 6:30pm-8:30pm
Second Sunday every month – 1:30pm -3:30pm
(must attend 12:30pm Mass together with group before meeting)
- 1st-6th grade classes begin September 14, 2026
- 7th & 8th Confirmation Prep & OCIA for Teens – Level 1 classes begin August 24, 2026
- Parents are expected to sign up for the REMIND app to receive information.
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St. Andre Bessette Campus, Ecorse | Classes are held on Wednesdays in the Parish Center
Wednesdays – 6:00pm – 7:30pm 1st Grade to 6th Grade
Confirmation Preparation – 7th grade – 8th grade and OCIA Group | Meet twice a month
Third Tuesday every month– 5:30pm – 7:30pm
First Saturday every month – 1:30pm – 3:30pm
(afterward must attend 4:00pm Mass together with group)
- Wednesday classes begin September 9, 2026
- 7th & 8th Confirmation Prep & OCIA for Teens – Level II classes begin August 25, 2026
- Parents are expected to sign up for the REMIND app to receive information.
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Mission Statement
The Discipleship Formation Office strives to nurture children, youth and adults as they move toward the path of discipleship in Christ, guided by the teaching authority of the Catholic Church.
Registration is now open!