Children/Youth
The mission of Our Lady of Good Counsel’s Religious Education CCF program is to proclaim Christ’s message and help students apply it to their lives to foster community, prayer, worship, and the desire to serve the Lord.
“Catholic education refers to the totality of the Church’s efforts to make disciples, to help all believe that Jesus is the Son of God so that believing they might have life in his name, and to educate and instruct them in this life, in order to build up the body of Christ.” (CF. CCC 4)
An integral part of Catholic Education is catechesis. “Catechesis is an education in the faith of children, young people, and adults which includes especially the teaching of Christian doctrine imparted, generally speaking, in an organic and systematic way, with a view to initiating the hearers into the fullness of the Christian life.” (CCC 5)
Social activities and service opportunities are offered through OLGC’s Youth Ministry for high school students (grades 9-12) and junior high students (grades 6-8).
For the 2026–2027 Religious Education (CCF) school year, Our Lady of Good Counsel will not offer a separate homeschool catechetical program. We invite families to join our in-person classes on Sunday afternoons.
Families providing catechesis at home should submit their preparation plan. To meet diocesan sacramental preparation requirements, during a sacramental prep year, your student will be required student review to verify they're on track to receive the sacrament if you elect to homeschool
We emphasize in-person formation to foster parish fellowship and encourage children’s participation in parish life. We encourage all families to attend Mass on Sundays and participate regularly in our religious education program.
Let us know if you elect to teach your own student. If you should need a textbook or materials, they can be made available to you at cost.
We look forward to seeing you this fall!
2026-2027 Religious Education Registration - Click HERE
Pay HERE
2026-2027 Program Information
CCF Fees for the 2026-2027 School Year
CCF Grades K-8:
$200 = 1 child (Early Bird Special, price increases to $250 July 1st, 2026)
$375 = 2 children (Early Bird Special, price increases to $475 July 1st, 2026)
Sacramental Supplies for In-person and Homeschool students:
$105 = for every child in Grade 2 or Emmaus preparing for First Eucharist
$105 = for every child in Grade 8 preparing for Confirmation
Registration and Sacramental fees are waived for Catechists with children in the program.
CCF Events
Our Volunteer Policy:
Parents and adults are encouraged to volunteer. All volunteers must become Volunteer Compliant by completing the required background checks and Virtus training session. Visit the Volunteering with Children webpage for more information. For more in-depth information, please visit the Catholic Diocese of Arlington - Office of Child Protection.