Faith Formation for Youth
Welcome to our 2026 - 2027 Faith Formation Program.
For more information about our faith formation program or for class dates and upcoming activities please see the 2026-2027 Welcome Packet below. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us at the Parish Center.
Religious Ed. Events, 2026-2027
Please pray for guidance and discern God’s plans for you and where he wants you to serve Him.
Contact Mary if you are interested in volunteering for any of the following areas:
catechists for grades PreK – Kindergarten
1st grade
2nd grade
3rd grade
High School
Teacher’s aides, helpers and substitutes
Cook for the Wednesday evening meal and special events
If you are unsure of your abilities or cannot commit to the full year, consider sharing the task with another individual.
Sunday, August 23rd: 10:30 AM - NOON
Registration for 2026-27 for Faith Formation
September 2026- April 2027
CLASSES start on Wednesday , September 9th - Collect Food Bank items.
You are welcome to register for classes online by clicking HERE.
Classes start Sept 9th, but it is never too late to join. Feel free to stop by the DRE office during business hours or register here online.
Religious Education Fees:
$30.00 - per student ($100.00 maximum per family)
Community Meal:
Free will Offering
Sacrament Fees:
$20.00 Grade 3+ Family Retreat/Reconciliation Materials
$20.00 Grade 3+ Family Retreat/Confirmation Materials
$20.00 Grade 3+ Family Retreat/First Eucharist Materials
Make checks payable to: St. Matthew's Church
Director of
Faith Formation
Parish Center
310 7th Street SE
Sidney, MT 59270
406-433-2510
Office Hours:
10AM - 4PM T-F September - May
CLASS SCHEDULE:
Grades Pre-School -5th 5:15 PM - 6:30 PM
Elementary classes start with music @ 5:15PM in the Parish Center Chapel
with classes to follow.
September 2026
Wednesday, Sept 9 First Day of Class
Wednesday, Sept 16 Class
Wednesday, Sept 23 Class
Wednesday, Sept 30 Safe Environment Class
October 2026
Wednesday, Oct 7 Class
Wednesday, Oct 14 Class
Wednesday, Oct 21 Living Rosary
with Catholic Daughters, Parents and Parish participation
Wednesday, Oct 28 Party with Super Saints dress as a canonized saint,
Pumpkin carving contest - pizza and braat packets sent home
November 2026
Wednesday, Nov 4 Class
Wednesday, Nov 11 Class
Wednesday, Nov 18 Class - Shoe Box Assembly
Wednesday, Nov 25 No Class - Thanksgiving Break
December 2026
Wednesday, Dec 2 Class
Wednesday, Dec 9 Class
Wednesday, Dec 16 Christmas Party
Wednesday, Dec 23 No Class - Christmas Holiday
Wednesday, Dec 30 No Class - Winter Break
January 2027
Wednesday, Jan 6 Class - Happy New Year
Wednesday, Jan 13 Class
Wednesday, Jan 20 Class
Wednesday, Jan 27 Class
February 2027
TBA
March 2027
TBA
April 2027
TBA
SACRAMENT CLASSES for students in Grade 3 or higher that have completed at least 1 year of religious education classes prior to the 3rd grade.
Reconciliation Classes start in the Fall please contact Mary Q. if not already registered for the sacrament classes.
Confirmation with First Eucharist Class dates/times TBA
CLASS SCHEDULE:
Grades 6th - 12th 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
September 2026
Wednesday, Sept 9 First Day of Class
Wednesday, Sept 16 Class
Wednesday, Sept 23 Class
Wednesday, Sept 30 Safe Environment Class
October 2026
Wednesday, Oct 7 Class
Wednesday, Oct 14 Class
Wednesday, Oct 21 Class
Wednesday, Oct 28 Class and help decorate for Halloween Dance
November 2026
Wednesday, Nov 4 Class
Wednesday, Nov 11 Class
Wednesday, Nov 18 Class
Wednesday, Nov 25 No Class - Thanksgiving Break
December 2026
Wednesday, Dec 2 Class
Wednesday, Dec 9 Class
Wednesday, Dec 16 Christmas Party
Wednesday, Dec 23 No Class - Christmas Holiday
Wednesday, Dec 30 No Class - Winter Break
January 2027
Wednesday, Jan 6 Class - Happy New Year
Wednesday, Jan 13 Class
Wednesday, Jan 20 Class
Wednesday, Jan 27 Class
February 2027
TBA
March 2027
TBA
April 2027
TBA
* St. Matthew's Religious Education program reserves the right to cancel and/or change the dates for classes and/or activities should it become necessary with notice to families via email, website and/or bulletin announcement. Also, when Sidney Public Schools unexpectedly, cancels or lets school out early, Religious Education classes will be canceled.
Volunteer Ministry Assistance
Faith Formation is an ongoing process involving the entire family and parish. We are always in need of assistance. Please indicate the areas in which you may be able to assist in this ministry. We will be sure to use your talents at the same day and time as your child/children.
- Full Time Catechist
- Assistant Catechist
- Substitute Catechist
- Meal/Snack Prep
- Hospitality Committee (Set up, serve, cleanup before & after classes & at receptions following Advent Program, Confirmation with First Eucharist & Reconciliation liturgies.)
- Provide snacks and refreshments for receptions & meetings.
