Religious Education
“There is a saying: a young person according to their way, even when they are old, they will not depart from it.”
From Preschool catechism and First Holy Communion to high school youth ministry and Confirmation, our mission is to raise joyful, confident Catholic disciples who know their faith, love the Church, and live the Gospel.

(Edith Stein)
While St. Mary's and St. Joseph's maintain their own class schedules, calendars, and registration rosters, our foundational curriculum, behavioral expectations, sacramental guidelines, and safe environment policies are united in one shared handbook.
2026–2027 Religious Education Family Handbook
This shared handbook outlines our core sacramental preparation guidelines, attendance policies, drop-off/pick-up safety procedures, and diocesan safe environment standards for families at both St. Mary's and St. Joseph's.
📥 Download Family Handbook (PDF)⛪ St. Mary's (Spirit Lake)
1005 Hill Ave
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
(712) 336-1742
- Grade K-6: Wednesdays 5:30 - 6:45 PM
- Grade 7-12: Wednesdays 7:00 - 8:15 PM
Religious Education Director Contact
⛪ St. Joseph's (Milford)
1305 Okoboji Ave
Milford, IA 51351
(712) 338-2274
- Grade K-6: Wednesdays 5:00 - 6:15 PM
- Grades 7-12: Wednesdays 6:45 - 8:00 PM




