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Parish School of Religion (PSR)

Parish School of Religion (PSR)

Sharing the love of Christ with your child. 

PSR serves to support parents in the spiritual development and faith formation of their children.

Growing in faith means living a life centered on Christ, through active participation in Sunday liturgy (Mass), the sacraments, and generous service to others. Children with strong faith and values make for happier homes and have proven to do better in school.

Saint Ambrose PSR is committed to providing the best possible faith formation experiences for your child. We offer a variety of programs to support parents in their role as primary educators in the ways of our Catholic faith. Registration is required for the various PSR programs.

Everyone is welcome at Saint Ambrose!  Financial assistance/scholarships are available for your PSR tuition.  For financial assistance, please contact the PSR Office at 330-460-7302.  Just let us know how we can help.

PSR Contact

Brandan Bizzi  330.460.7325 or BBizzi@stambrose.us
Laura Fasnacht, PSR Assistant | 330.460.7300 Ext.405  LFasnacht@stambrose.us

PSR Online Registration 2026-2027

Family Last Name(Required)
Address(Required)
Primary Contact(Required)
Secondary Contact(Required)

PSR Student Registration

Class Offerings: Mondays (6:30pm-7:45pm) | Wednesdays (4:30pm-5:45pm) | Family Home School (Grades 1-8) | RCIC
Student Name(Required)
Gender(Required)
Date of Birth(Required)
Student (1)(Required)
Father's Date of Birth(Required)
Mother's Maiden Name(Required)
Mother's Date of Birth(Required)
Student's Previous Religious Education(Required)
Put N/A if student has not attended previous religious education.
Register a second student?(Required)
Student Name(Required)
Gender(Required)
Date of Birth(Required)
Student (2)(Required)
Father's Date of Birth(Required)
Mother's Maiden Name(Required)
Mother's Date of Birth(Required)
Student's Previous Religious Education(Required)
Put N/A if student has not attended previous religious education.
Register a third student?(Required)
Student Name(Required)
Gender(Required)
Date of Birth(Required)
Student (3)(Required)
Father's Date of Birth(Required)
Mother's Maiden Name(Required)
Mother's Date of Birth(Required)
Student's Previous Religious Education(Required)
Put N/A if student has not attended previous religious education.
Register a fourth student?(Required)
Student Name(Required)
Gender(Required)
Date of Birth(Required)
Student (4)(Required)
Father's Date of Birth(Required)
Mother's Maiden Name(Required)
Mother's Date of Birth(Required)
Student's Previous Religious Education(Required)
Put N/A if student has not attended previous religious education.
Registration not complete until EMERGENCY MEDICAL FORM and PHOTO RELEASE AUTHORIZATION are completed and returned.
*A separate 2nd Grade Sacramental Preparation Form/Fee is available online*

Payment

Price: $50.00
This is a donation towards scholarships for those in need.
Credit Card(Required)
American Express
Discover
MasterCard
Visa
Supported Credit Cards: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Expiration Date
 

Emergency Medical Authorization

"*" indicates required fields

Which program are you submitting for?*
Parent / Guardian Name*
Address*
Child's Name*
Child's Birthday*
Child's Doctor*
Child's Dentist Name*
Enter "NONE" if not applicable.
Enter "NONE" if not applicable.
Enter "NONE" if not applicable.

Emergency Contacts

Consent

Grant Consent OR Refusal to Consent*
Please read closely before you choose.
By typing your name you are signing authorization form.

Photo Release and Authorization

This RELEASE AND AUTHORIZATION acknowledges that all photographic negatives, positives, and prints shall constitute the property of St. Ambrose and may be used by St. Ambrose for any purpose determined at its discretion without further notice or any compensation to me or my daughter/son.
Photo Release and Authorization*
I (we) the parent(s) and/or guardian(s) of my minor child(ren) do hereby consent and authorize the release, publication, dissemination, distribution, use and/or reproduction of any and all photographs taken of my (our) daughter/son during her/his participation at St. Ambrose programs by an employee, agent or representative of St. Ambrose or independent contractor.
By typing your name you are signing authorization form.

Religious Education Programs

Click on any of the titles below to view more information.

Classes are offered Monday 630-7:45 pm OR Wednesday 4:30-5:45 pm.

Choose 1 class, 1 day per week. Classes are led by volunteer catechists and assistants. Classes include textbook material and activities to reinforce the topic. Students, and their parent(s), participating in this program are expected to participate in all family-centered PSR events and grade level activities throughout the year. This fosters both parental involvement and connection with our faith community.

Classes are offered Monday 6:30-7:45 pm OR Wednesday 4:30-5:45 pm.

Junior High PSR offers faith formation for students in grades 6, 7 & 8 using the EDGE Curriculum. Our parish community is committed to making the junior high years an inspiring and prayerful experience, helping your son or daughter grow in the ways of our Lord. We are shaping a Junior High program that is engaging and spiritually formative for your younger teen with both PSR sessions and additional events. Students can live out their faith through various opportunities of service and fellowship. Each activity will offer teens chances to pray together, get to know one another or serve others. Hopefully, your entire family will grow in faith through this time. Registration is required for Junior High PSR.

Adults and high school students are encouraged to get involved and volunteer. Volunteer catechists, assistants and table leaders share their time and faith with Junior High students. We are in need of caring, creative and energetic people to support our Junior High teens in their most formative years.

In this PSR option, parents are responsible for covering textbook material and discussing the topics with their children as they learn Catholic teachings on a weekly basis, similar to PSR. Families participating in this program, along with their at-home studies, are expected to participate in all family centered PSR events and grade level activities throughout the year to foster a connection with our parish community. Parents participate in three meetings throughout the year for training and support as they serve as their child’s catechist.

Students typically prepare for First Reconciliation and First Eucharist during their second grade year. Confirmation students are usually prepared during their ninth grade year. Enrollment in 1st Grade PSR is expected prior to enrollment in Sacramental Preparation for First Eucharist and enrollment in both 7th & 8th grade PSR is expected for enrollment in Sacramental Preparation for Confirmation.

This program is for those students who are 7 years old or older and have not yet celebrated the sacrament of Baptism. Students prepare for Baptism, First Reconciliation and First Eucharist in these classes before entering regular PSR classes. This preparation process may take 1 or 2 years depending upon sacramental preparation needs of the student and family. There is a special program for those students who are entering the PSR program for the first time and are in the 3rd-7th grade, called OCIC (Order of Christian Initiation of Children).

Contact Us About OCIC

CONTACT: Chris Monczewski, 330.225.0025 or cpmonczewski@yahoo.com

Our program provides religious instruction for both children and adults with mental and/or physical disabilities.  Students celebrate the sacraments and learn how to participate in the Mass.  We meet on Saturday mornings, September through April, from 8:30 am – 10:00 am in the Lehner Center. We have a Special Education Mass in December and April. The students participate in whatever way possible.  Volunteers to work with these special children and adults need to be organized, compassionate and flexible.

If you prefer your student to participate in our inclusion program, please call Brandan Bizzi  330.460.7325 or BBizzi@stambrose.us to discuss your specific needs.

SIMPLE AND CONVENIENT

Form and Downloads Resources

Classes are offered Monday 6:30-7:45 pm OR Wednesday 4:30-5:45 pm. Students attend for 1 hour, 1 day a week.

PSR Family Calendar

Family Calendar 2026-2027

PSR Registration (Grades 1-8)

NEW Student Registration 2026-2027

PSR Registration (Grades 1-8)

RETURNING Student Registration 2026-2027

Journey with Jesus (Preschool)

Journey with Jesus Preschool Registration 2026-2027

Journey with Jesus (Preschool)

JWJ Calendar 2026-2027

Journey with Jesus (Preschool)

Emergency Medical Form 2026-2027

First Reconciliation & First Eucharist For 2nd Grade Students at Saint Ambrose School or PSR

First Eucharist & First Reconciliation Registration

First Reconciliation & First Eucharist For 2nd Grade Students at Saint Ambrose School or PSR

First Eucharist & First Reconciliation Calendar 2026-2027

Journey with Jesus Online Registration 2026-2027

Family Last Name(Required)
Address(Required)
Primary Contact(Required)
Secondary Contact(Required)
Are you or a family member a graduate of Saint Ambrose?(Required)
Include maidan name, if applicable.

Journey with Jesus Sunday Preschool Student Registration

For Preschoolers Age 3, 4, 5, and Kindergarten | During the 9:00 am and 10:30 am Sunday Masses
Student Name(Required)
Gender(Required)
Date of Birth(Required)
As of September 30, 2026
Is the child baptized?(Required)
Date of Baptism(Required)
Max. file size: 50 MB.
If child is enrolled in Littlest Angels Program, the fee will be waived for Journey with Jesus.
Register a second student?(Required)
Student Name(Required)
Gender(Required)
Date of Birth(Required)
As of September 30, 2026
Is the child baptized?(Required)
Date of Baptism(Required)
Max. file size: 50 MB.
Register a third student?(Required)
Student Name(Required)
Gender(Required)
Date of Birth(Required)
As of September 30, 2026
Is the child baptized?(Required)
Date of Baptism(Required)
Max. file size: 50 MB.
Registration not complete until EMERGENCY MEDICAL FORM and PHOTO RELEASE is completed and submitted.

Payment

Price: $35.00
This is a donation towards scholarships for those in need.
Credit Card(Required)
American Express
Discover
MasterCard
Visa
Supported Credit Cards: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Expiration Date
 

First Reconciliation & First Eucharist Registration 2026-2027

Candidate's Full Baptismal Name(Required)
Name Candidate prefers to go by:
Family Name as Registered (if different from baptismal name):

Baptism

Baptismal Date:(Required)
Baptismal Church Address:(Required)
In order to be registered for the First Reconciliation & First Eucharist Program, please attach a copy of the candidate's BAPTISMAL CERTIFICATE.
(Not necessary if baptized at St. Ambrose)
Max. file size: 50 MB.

Personal

Gender(Required)
Date of Birth:(Required)
Place of Birth:(Required)
Home Address(Required)

Parent Information

Father's Name:(Required)
Father's Date of Birth:(Required)
Mother's Name:(Required)
Mother's Date of Birth:(Required)
Student's Previous Religious Education:(Required)

Payment

Financial assistance is available, if needed. Please contact the PSR office at 330.460.7302
Credit Card(Required)
American Express
Discover
MasterCard
Visa
Supported Credit Cards: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Expiration Date
 

Journey with Jesus Preschool – Parish School of Religion

For Preschoolers Age 3, 4, 5, and Kindergarten | During the 9:00 am and 10:30 am Sunday Masses

Young children learn easily through song and stories. Preschool years are the best time to share the songs of our faith and stories about Jesus. Our Preschool PSR is designed to help you, as parents, teach your child the songs and stories that will stay with them forever.

Sunday mornings during the school year, we invite your child to join others their age, so we can help form their hearts in the ways of our loving, caring, and faithful God as they “Journey with Jesus!”

We know it can be challenging for families with young children to participate weekly in Mass. This program helps young children grow in faith through age appropriate experiences and develop friendships with peers in our parish while you attend Mass. It’s a win-win for everybody!

Contact:

Brandan Bizzi,  330.460.7325 or BBizzi@stambrose.us

Family Last Name(Required)
Address(Required)
Primary Contact(Required)
Secondary Contact(Required)
Are you or a family member a graduate of Saint Ambrose?(Required)
Include maidan name, if applicable.

Journey with Jesus Sunday Preschool Student Registration

For Preschoolers Age 3, 4, 5, and Kindergarten | During the 9:00 am and 10:30 am Sunday Masses
Student Name(Required)
Gender(Required)
Date of Birth(Required)
As of September 30, 2026
Is the child baptized?(Required)
Date of Baptism(Required)
Max. file size: 50 MB.
If child is enrolled in Littlest Angels Program, the fee will be waived for Journey with Jesus.
Register a second student?(Required)
Student Name(Required)
Gender(Required)
Date of Birth(Required)
As of September 30, 2026
Is the child baptized?(Required)
Date of Baptism(Required)
Max. file size: 50 MB.
Register a third student?(Required)
Student Name(Required)
Gender(Required)
Date of Birth(Required)
As of September 30, 2026
Is the child baptized?(Required)
Date of Baptism(Required)
Max. file size: 50 MB.
Registration not complete until EMERGENCY MEDICAL FORM and PHOTO RELEASE is completed and submitted.

Payment

Price: $35.00
This is a donation towards scholarships for those in need.
Credit Card(Required)
American Express
Discover
MasterCard
Visa
Supported Credit Cards: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Expiration Date
 

"*" indicates required fields

Which program are you submitting for?*
Parent / Guardian Name*
Address*
Child's Name*
Child's Birthday*
Child's Doctor*
Child's Dentist Name*
Enter "NONE" if not applicable.
Enter "NONE" if not applicable.
Enter "NONE" if not applicable.

Emergency Contacts

Consent

Grant Consent OR Refusal to Consent*
Please read closely before you choose.
By typing your name you are signing authorization form.

Photo Release and Authorization

This RELEASE AND AUTHORIZATION acknowledges that all photographic negatives, positives, and prints shall constitute the property of St. Ambrose and may be used by St. Ambrose for any purpose determined at its discretion without further notice or any compensation to me or my daughter/son.
Photo Release and Authorization*
I (we) the parent(s) and/or guardian(s) of my minor child(ren) do hereby consent and authorize the release, publication, dissemination, distribution, use and/or reproduction of any and all photographs taken of my (our) daughter/son during her/his participation at St. Ambrose programs by an employee, agent or representative of St. Ambrose or independent contractor.
By typing your name you are signing authorization form.

SAINT AMBROSE

Tuition & Fees

Registration Fee can be paid online with credit card when registering or by check or cash in the PSR Office in the Lehner Center at Saint Ambrose Church. Please make checks payable to Saint Ambrose Church. Registration is not complete until payment is submitted.

  • $75 for first student in a family
  • $50 for each additional student
  • $10 family discount if registered BEFORE May 15
Tuition & Fees

Cathechists & Assistants

Catechists and assistants work together to educate and create engaging and enriching learning activities. They are volunteers who give of their time and talents because of their love of God’s children and desire to share their faith.

In all PSR programs, all adults are required to fulfill all diocesan VIRTUS Protecting God’s Children requirements, including background checks, VIRTUS Protecting God’s Children training course and reading and acknowledging the Policy for the Safety of Children and the Standards of Conduct in Ministry.

If the Lord is calling you to help guide and educate our children, please complete the PSR Volunteer Form. It is a small time commitment with an AMAZING reward.

Upcoming Events

Summer Vacation Bible School “Exploring the True Nature of God”

Show kids what it means to be rooted in relationship with God, their safe place in life’s storms.

Step through the mist into Rainforest Falls, overflowing with wild waterfalls, towering trees, and colorful creatures. Beneath a canopy of chattering birds and howling monkeys, kids plunge into a lifelong adventure of discovering the nature of God. They’ll explore what it means to be rooted in relationship with God, their creator, a safe place in life’s storms.

COST: $35 for the first child,  $20 for the second and $65 for Family
4 years of age by September 30th.

Monday – Friday, July 6-10, 2026

  • Morning Session:  9:00 am – 12:00 pm - SESSION IS CURRENTLY FULL
  • Afternoon Session:  1:00 pm – 4:00 pm (Note: Friday will end at 3:00 pm)

All Forms Due By June 22, 2026

Forms & Contacts

Brandan Bizzi  330.460.7325 or BBizzi@stambrose.us
Laura Fasnacht, PSR Assistant | 330.460.7300 Ext.405  LFasnacht@stambrose.us

Rainforest VBS at Saint Ambrose Parish

VBS 2026 Registration

"*" indicates required fields

Parent Information

Please fill out the Emergency Medical Form directly after this form is submitted!
Parent #1 Name*
Parent #2 Name*
Address*

Child / Children Information

Child 1

Enter age at the time of VBS.
Child Birthday (1)*
*
T-Shirt Size (Child 1)*

Child 2

Age at the time of VBS?
Child Birthday (2)
T-Shirt Size (Child 2)

Child 3

Age at the time of VBS?
Child Birthday (3)
T-Shirt Size (Child 3)

Child 4

Age at the time of VBS?
Child Birthday (4)
T-Shirt Size (Child 4)

Dietary Restrictions

Food Allergies

Session

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Session:
Session:
Morning session is currently full
Registration Fee*
$35 for the First Child, $20 for the Second Child, $65 Family Maximum. If your child is in the Saint Ambrose Day Camp you will receive a $5 discount. Day camp students will attend the AFTERNOON VBS session.
Credit Card*
American Express
Discover
MasterCard
Visa
Supported Credit Cards: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Expiration Date
 

VBS Volunteer Registration 2026

Volunteer Name(Required)
Parent #1 Name
If you are a child volunteer, please include your Parent's Name.
Parent #2 Name
If you are a child volunteer, please include your Parent's Name.
Child's Name
Complete if your child is signed up for VBS.
Address(Required)
Choose age group that applies to you:(Required)
* All Teens and Youth must complete the Emergency Medical Authorization Form found on the VBS web page.
Volunteer Date of Birth(Required)
Select the area(s) you are interested in helping with:(Required)
Which session(s) are you able to help with?(Required)
Would you like your child placed in your group ?

VBS Emergency Medical Form

"*" indicates required fields

Which program are you submitting for?*
Parent / Guardian Name*
Address*
Child's Name*
Child's Birthday*
Child's Doctor*
Child's Dentist Name*
Enter "NONE" if not applicable.
Enter "NONE" if not applicable.
Enter "NONE" if not applicable.

Emergency Contacts

Consent

Grant Consent OR Refusal to Consent*
Please read closely before you choose.
By typing your name you are signing authorization form.

Photo Release and Authorization

This RELEASE AND AUTHORIZATION acknowledges that all photographic negatives, positives, and prints shall constitute the property of St. Ambrose and may be used by St. Ambrose for any purpose determined at its discretion without further notice or any compensation to me or my daughter/son.
Photo Release and Authorization*
I (we) the parent(s) and/or guardian(s) of my minor child(ren) do hereby consent and authorize the release, publication, dissemination, distribution, use and/or reproduction of any and all photographs taken of my (our) daughter/son during her/his participation at St. Ambrose programs by an employee, agent or representative of St. Ambrose or independent contractor.
By typing your name you are signing authorization form.

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