Youth Religious Education Classes
We offer Faith Development classes for students eager to form a deeper relationship with God, their families and the church community.

Marriage Prep Class

Marriage Prep is held on a Saturday in the spring and fall starting at 8:30 a.m. and ending with the group attending the 4:30 p.m. Mass.
Topics We Cover
- Prayer in Your Marriage – Building a shared spiritual foundation
- Natural Family Planning – Communication, trust, and openness to life
- Finances – Budgeting, goals, and unity in decision-making
- Conflict & Communication – Healthy ways to navigate challenges
- Forgiveness – Letting go, healing, and growing together
- Love Languages – Understanding how you give and receive love
Time Together
- Guided couple conversations
- Personal reflection
- Dedicated one-on-one time with your future spouse
This retreat offers practical tools, meaningful discussion, and space to grow closer as you prepare for marriage.
Please make sure to speak with Father Ron first regarding the process for your wedding day beforehand.
Marriage Prep Testimony
Click here to read an article featuring Austin & Cheyenne who were married at St. Johns in June 2024. They are featured in the 2025 Bishop’s Appeal and gave a wonderful testimony about our marriage preparation process.


Baptism Prep Class
This class helps you prepare for the baptism of your child and is scheduled on an individual basis. Once your child’s baptism is scheduled, our office will be in touch with you via phone or email a few weeks before to schedule a time to meet with one of our deacons.
OCIA (f.k.a. RCIA)
The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is the process by which the Catholic Church welcomes new members. During the process of initiation, a person grows in knowledge of the teachings of the Catholic Church, explores the meaning of the Scriptures for daily life, develops friendships with members of the parish community, learns to pray and worship in the Catholic tradition and discovers the joy of serving others.
OCIA is also for anyone interested in learning more about the Catholic faith or learning about faith in a new way.

