PREP stands for Parish Religious Education Program. This is an Archdiocesan program of religious instruction for children in Grades 1-7 who attend the public or independent schools. Preparation for the Sacraments of Reconciliation, Communion and Confirmation is included in the program. For school age children who have not been baptized or who have had no religious education, more individualized arrangements may be necessary.
PREP classes are held on Tuesday evenings at our Parish. If Tuesday does not suit a family’s schedule, PREP classes can be taken at other parishes in the Archdiocese of Vancouver. Contact our PREP Coordinator for information.
FAQs
Where are PREP classes held?
Classes are held at OLPH Parish.
When does PREP take place?
PREP is held from September to June each year. Classes are on Tuesday evenings from 6:30-7:30 pm in the Church.
What are the fees?
It is $150 per child in K to Grade 6, for the entire year.
Due to the special requirements for those preparing for the Sacrament of Confirmation, the fee for Grade 7 is $200 for the year.
This fee partially covers the costs of textbooks, workbooks and classroom materials. If you have trouble paying the full fee, please contact the pastor.
What is required?
For those registered at another parish, that Pastor’s permission is needed to attend PREP at OLPH Parish.
Parents must be registered in a parish in order for their child to receive the sacraments.
A copy of the child’s Baptismal Certificate for PREP 2 and PREP 7.
Grade 2 and Grade 7 children must attend a half-day or full-day retreat with OLPH students in the fall and in the spring.
Please use this PREP Registration Form and email it to prep.olph@gmail.com
