The Parish School of Religion (PSR) is a catechetical program for K-12 students , taught by volunteer instructors. PSR is open to all parishioners, and is especially recommended for public and homeschool students. The Parish School of Religion provides valuable catechesis, as well as a fun and friendly environment in which they can socialize and learn together with their peers. Welcome to the 2026–2027 PSR Year! Registration Is Open The PSR team is excited to welcome your children to a year of fun, friendship and spiritual growth. Classes are held in our very own RCS school building on Wednesdays (K-5) and Sundays (6-12). PSR is open to all children in the parish, grades K-12. PSR registration fees ($15 for an individual child or $30 per family) can also be paid online ( https://secure.myvanco.com/L-Z50C/home ) or in the parish office. Register here: 2026–2027 PSR Registration Registration for the 2026–2027 Parish School of Religion (PSR) program is now open and will remain open through August 18 . Please take a moment to review the PSR Calendar . Holy Days of Obligation that fall on weekdays are highlighted in gold. I have also included several other important celebrations in the Church's liturgical year. Although these are not all Holy Days of Obligation (unless they fall on a Sunday), they are wonderful opportunities to celebrate our faith as a family by attending Mass or observing the day together at home. Fast Facts for the 2026–2027 PSR Year Information Sessions – Wednesday, September 9 First Reconciliation & First Holy Communion Information Session : 6:00–6:45 p.m. General PSR Information Session : 7:00–7:30 p.m. Childcare will be provided on the playground. PSR Classes Kindergarten–5th Grade : Wednesdays, 5:00–6:30 p.m., beginning September 16, 2026 6th–12th Grade : Sundays, 9:45–10:45 a.m., beginning September 20, 2026 Homeschool Families If you are interested in having your student participate in our school-day Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) program, please email Fr. Labenz and Mrs. Klincik to inquire. They can be reached at: frlabenz@resurrectionwichita.com eklincik@resurrectionwichita.com Sacraments First Reconciliation (2nd Grade) : Saturday, April 3, 2027, at 1:30 p.m. First Holy Communion (2nd Grade) : Sunday, April 4, 2027, during the 11:00 a.m. Mass Information about First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion (2nd Grade) can be found here: First Reconciliation and First Eucharist 2027 Confirmation (6th & 7th Grade) : Wednesday, May 5, 2027, at 6:30 p.m. Information about Confirmation (6th & 7th Grade) can be found here: Confirmation 2027 If your child is outside these grade levels but is interested in preparing to receive one or more of these Sacraments, please contact us. We are happy to work with families to determine the appropriate preparation for your child. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out. Contact: Lydia Loehr PSR Coordinator 316-200-2239 psr@resurrectionwichita.com

High School Catholic Youth Ministry (HS CYM) is important to the youth of our parish here at Church of the Resurrection – it provides our students with opportunities to grow in their faith through spiritual activities like Eucharistic Adoration and grow in their relationships and friendships with each other through fun, faith-filled activities. HS CYN events occur on the Second Wednesday of each month - all high school students are invited to attend. Fr. Labenz - 316-744-2776

Middle School Youth Group (MSYG) is open to all 6-8th grade parishioners, regardless of where they go to school. We meet once a month on Friday evenings for fun games and activities with prayers and spiritual activities as well. Our goal is to help the students live out their faith with others in a fun atmosphere. Adults are needed to help supervise and for the planning committee. Fr. Labenz– 316-744-2776

Scouting at Resurrection is part of the White Buffalo District within Quivira Council. There are several opportunities for achievement and success provided to these Scouts so they can grow into the very best versions of themselves. Cubs meet as a Pack on the 4th Monday of the month and their individual Dens meet on 2 Mondays during the month. The Troop meets weekly on Tuesdays and generally goes camping once per month. Both programs are full of fun, hands-on learning opportunities and experiences. Cub Scouting (K - 5th Grade) helps develop a sense of belonging, confidence, and self-esteem that Scouts carry with them through life. In Cub Scouting, we always encourage our Scouts to DO YOUR BEST - it is our motto. Scouting BSA (6th - High School) provides resources, tools, and experiences needed to help each Scout learn, grow, and develop into independent, community engaged, and service-oriented leaders. At this level, Scouts learn to lead their own activities. Our Scouting BSA motto is to BE PREPARED - and that is exactly what these Scouts will learn to be. Religious Emblems: In addition to all the other fun and exciting things that Scouts will learn, see, and do, there are Religious programs built within the Scouting program. Ed & Leslie Williamson – 316-207-1608

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is a Montessori based catechism program for students Pre-K through third grade. 3-6 year olds enter the mystery of the Eucharist by first learning the names of the articles used on the altar and the gestures that accompany them. Through these experiences, the child becomes acquainted with the historical character of the liturgy through the events of the Last Supper, Christ’s death, and His resurrection. Elementary age children come to better know their relationship with God, family, friends, and the larger community. Parables offer a model for comparing their behavior with that of the Pharisee, the Tax Collector, or the Good Samaritan. They come to see the parts of the Mass—the Liturgy of the Word, the Preparation of the Gifts, the Eucharistic Prayer, and the Communion—as one unified prayer made up of many smaller prayers. Children preparing for First Communion are led in communion meditations focusing on their relationship with Jesus. They then create personal prayer missals which help to deepen their love and understanding of the Eucharist. We are always in need of volunteers in the classroom, or to help make/paint materials for the children. Anne-Marie Thompson – 316-518-5566

This one-week summer program is offered for children entering 1st-12th grades. 1st -6th graders attend during the day while 7th-12th graders meet in the evenings. This is an intense week of great fun and fellowship with other youth while experiencing the power and riches of the Catholic Faith. Middle school and High school youth volunteers are appreciated during the day program. Raegan Harger – 620-755-1283

This is a week-long morning-only program for Pre-K and Kindergartners to enjoy learning about their faith in a fun and friendly way. Volunteer opportunities are listed in the Service to Parish section of this directory. VBS is held in June or July. Rebekah Schwarz: 316-737-9154

A one-week summer service opportunity for High School youth. They will spend a week at a parish doing service projects and participating Mass and other prayer experiences as a group. Mary Kroupa - 316-393-5253