- St Paul the Apostle - Norwalk, OH

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- What are Whole Family Wednesdays?
  Once a month, families come together for a special evening combining the warmth of a shared meal with nourishing spiritual growth. Parents and their children gather to explore and deepen their understanding of the Catholic faith, trough engaging activities, discussions, speakers, and shared experiences. This gathering creates an enriching environment for families to grow together in faith. Each month you are also sent home with a custom, curated kit to grow your Domestic Church at home.
  
  These evenings are required for our weekly Wednesday PSR families, and new this year, are open to families enrolled at Norwalk Catholic. There is no cost to attend - we simply ask you to RSVP at the following link or by calling the parish office at 419-668-6044.
  
  https://forms.gle/3kwzSiURBPAn91C28
- How can I volunteer?
  Many hands make light work! We have many ways for you to volunteer with our PSR program - some on the nights of preparation and others behind the scenes. We would love to have you as part of our team!
  
  Classroom Aides
  Substitute Teachers
  Whole Family Wednesdays Kitchen Help
  Domestic Church Kit Assembly Crew (either take home or meet in the office)
  Reach out to the parish office if you feel called to help in this ministry!
- What is the cost of PSR and Sacramental Prep?
  Through the generous contributions of our parish collection, we are able to keep our costs low and offer scholarships to students and families in need.
  
  Regular Wednesday evening PSR classes area available at no cost to families.
  
  Whole family Wednesdays are available at no cost to families, however we do accept donations to cover the cost of meals and take-home kits.
  
  First Communion Preparation has a preparation fee of $45. This helps to cover the cost of materials and the Dragon Slayers retreat.
  
  Confirmation Preparation fee covers the cost of the Damascus Retreat. Final cost TBD; scholarships are available.
- Why are there separate nights for preparation for First Communion and Confirmation?
  In the Diocese of Toledo, students are prepared for the sacraments of First Communion and Confirmation by their respective home parishes. This preparation is in addition to the wonderful instruction our students receive at our local Catholic schools and parish religion programs. Holding these preparation classes on different evenings allows us to maintain the quality of our public and
  homeschool PSR program offered on Wednesday evenings.
  
  First Communion preparation includes both parents and their child and is held one Tuesday evening per month.
  
  Confirmation preparation takes place one Sunday per month.
- Why is my child required to attend preparation if they attend a Catholic school already?
  In the Diocese of Toledo, students are prepared for the sacraments of First Communion and Confirmation by their respective home parishes, this preparation is in addition to the wonderful instruction our students receive at our local Catholic schools and parish religion programs.
- Can I prepare with your program if I belong to a different parish?
  Preparation as part of our program is open to St. Paul, St. Mary and St. Anthony as members of our tri parish community. Additionally, those who belong to other parishes may prepare with our program with the permission of the pastor. Please contact our parish office upon registration to complete this request.