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Because we seek to develop total Catholic education, our programs are integrated into many aspects of the Diocese, especially schools, parishes, and family life activities. The paragraphs below will help you find the information you need.

Elementary School Religious Education
Children enrolled in a Catholic school in Brooklyn or Queens will take religion classes as part of their weekly schedule. Children in New York public schools can participate in the regular Wednesday Released Time for religious education. Please contact our office for details on how you child can participate .

High School Religious Education
Students in Catholic high schools in Brooklyn or Queens are scheduled for religion classes. Students in public schools can participate in retreats and ongoing religious education courses through the parishes. Click here to search for a parish nearby . Our youth ministry program also offers many activities and events for young adults.

Campus Ministry 
Through the Office of Religious Education, there is a campus minister assigned to six institutions throughout the Diocese: Brooklyn College, Kingsborough Community College, Pratt Institute, Queens College, Queensborough Community College, and Long Island University.

Adult Religious Education
Most parishes in Brooklyn and Queens offer classes in Bible study, religious education, or reflection. Click here to search for a parish nearby.

Becoming a Catholic - RCIA
The Diocese of Brooklyn has a vibrant and intercultural Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). The formal title for the program through which people who are not Catholic can join the Church and receive sacraments. A joint committee of the catechumenate and Liturgy offices sponsor workshops and offer training for RCIA directors. To find out more about RCIA, contact your parish or our office.

Religious Education for Cultural and Ethnic Groups
Because in Brooklyn "the world is here," our office attempts to meet the needs of different cultures. Sr. Alice Michael offers adult classes in Scripture and faith formation in order to help all participate in our faith community. She also advocates for bilingual services and meetings where appropriate. For more information contact our office.

Parish Catechists, Youth Ministers, R.C.I.A. Catechists and Catholic School Teachers Certification
Through a series of 30 hours of study in Theology and 10 hours of Methodolgy the Office of Religious Education has established a new Faith Formation Curriculum Guide. To find out more information please visit our Faith Formation Training page.