St. Michael's Faith Formation program welcome you to a safe and friendly environment, in which your children will take steps in forming a strong faith in Jesus Christ our Savior. The program runs from mid-September to mid-May and classes are held in the Parish Office building, across from the Church's side entrance.
​
Please see the information below, but the very best way to learn more about the program is to contact Kathleen Burns at 518-428-6353.

Notes

NOTE: A student must complete two years of Faith Formation (not including kindergarten) before making First communion. This usually begins in First grade, but any grade level is welcome to prepare for First Communion.

NOTE: Three years of Faith Formation instruction are required for Confirmation, usually beginning in Eighth grade with Confirmation being made in the Spring of Tenth grade.

NOTE: Changes to our Faith Formation and Youth Ministry Programs: Read the letter from Fr. Kelly.

News and Information

SCHEDULE

• Sunday, March 16: 9am – First Communion Presentation
  
• Wednesday, March 19: 6pm - Class – First Confession for First Communion Candidates
  
• Wednesday, March 26: 6pm - Class – Confession for grades 3-8
  
• Wednesday, April 2: 6pm – Class
  
• Wednesday, April 9: 6pm – Reinactment of the Last Supper - All grades
  
• Wednesday, April 16: No Class – Spring Break
  

See Bulletin for more information.

CLYNK
Please remember our Clynk program when disposing of clean cans and bottles. Income from the Clynk program helps to support Faith Formation programs. Green Clynk bags are available in the Parish office if you would like to use them. Thank You!

JUBILEE 2025
Five sites have been designated as Jubilee year 2025 pilgrimage sites in the Diocese of Albany.
They are:

• The Cathedral of The Immaculate Conception – 125 Eagle St., Albany NY
  
• The National Shrine of Our Lady of Martyrs – 136 Shrine Road, Fultonville NY
• Saint Kateri Tekakwitha National Shrine – 3636 NY5, Fonda NY
• Our Lady of Knock Shrine – 2052 Route 145, East, Durham, NY
• Rosa Mystica Shrine – 484 Angel Hill Road, Edmeston, NY
  

CAMP BREAKAWAY JUNE 29 - JULY 3
Pyramidlife.org
Camp Breakaway is a retreat in God’s creation with camp activities. A normal day at camp is morning prayer, breakfast, group meetings, lunch, swimming, hiking, basketball, volleyball, relaxing, reading by the lake, then dinner, evening social activities and camp fires. In addition, we are blessed to offer Reconciliation, Adoration, prayer services and Mass on several different days. The goal of Camp Breakaway is to instill in the youth that they are part of a large community of believers in Jesus Christ. That community is present during the week and beyond to support them through prayer, gatherings, resources for them to continue the journey after Camp. One of the great gifts that camp gives our youth is the awareness that there are other Catholic Christian young people in their world - in fact, in their own backyard! Registration is now open. Please contact Kathleen Burns with any questions (518) 428-6353.

Weather-related Closing

Please watch Channel 13 WNYT for weather-related closings.
St. Michael's is listed as "St. Michael's Cohoes Faith Formation."
NOTE: If Cohoes Public schools are closed, we will be closed also. 
NOTE: If weather becomes bad after school dismissal, Faith Formation closing will be posted on Channel 13.

Report Absence

To report absentee or for any questions, please contact Mrs. Burns at 518-428-6353

General Information

In-person Faith Formation classes are held on Wednesday evenings . Classes are held in the church hall to allow for social distancing. All health safety protocols are followed. We will follow the usual schedule on Wednesday nights. Please refer to the schedule that was mailed to all registered parents. It is not too late to register your child to attend class. Please contact Kathleen Burns for registration, schedule, and virtual information. Call Mrs. Burns at (518) 428-6353.