St. Elizabeth of the Trinity
6020 W. Ardmore Avenue
Chicago, IL 60646
773-763-8228

Parish (Rectory) Office Hours:
M – Fri : 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Closed Sat. & Sun.

2025-26 FAQs – Religious Education

Volunteers Welcome !

Interested in being a catechist or in another role assisting the Religious Education program? 

Click Here to Complete the Volunteer Survey

Reach out to Ashley Guinn at aguinn@archchicago.org or at the Parish Office 773-763-8228 Ext. 2102.

When will the Religious Education classes be held?
Religious education classes for students in 1st – 8th grades will meet in person on Sundays from 10:00 am – 11:30 am in the school building.

Students and their families are encouraged to attend the 9:00 am Mass prior to classes.

Classes end at 11:30 am.

What is the schedule for Religious Ed classes?   
Classes will begin on September 7, 2025 and run through April 26, 2026 and meet generally three Sundays per month.

The 2025-26 calendar for classes can be viewed by clicking here.

When will registration begin?
Registration is open now. 

Click Here to Enroll your student(s)

Sacramental Preparation Information for 2025-26

Students enrolled in our RE program have the opportunity to receive First Reconciliation, First Communion and Confirmation:

  • First Reconciliation and First Communion are given in a TWO year program
  • There is a MANDATORY retreat for children and their families in preparation for First Communion
  • Confirmation is given in a two year program at the end of 8th grade
  • There is a MANDATORY retreat for Confirmandi candidates in preparation to receive the Sacrament.

Learn more in our Religious Education Overview page.

2025-26 Sacrament Dates

First Reconciliation: January 14, 2026

Confirmation: March 12, 2026 (preliminary date pending Archdiocese approval)

First Communion: May 2, 2026

2025-26 Religious Education Fees

Tuition and Fee details as well as payment options can be found on our Fees page.
Tuition and Fees are due by OCTOBER 5, 2025.

Click here for 2025-26 Tuition and Fee Details.