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Faith Formation

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.
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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.

Class Schedule

Grades K-5 attend at 6pm, Grades 6-10 attend at 7:15pm
  • Wednesday January 19 – Class
  • Wednesday January 26 – Class
  • Wednesday February 2 – Class
  • Wednesday February 9 – Class
  • Wednesday February 16 – Class
  • Wednesday February 23 – NO CLASS – Winter Break
  • Wednesday March 2 – Class resumes – Ash Wednesday Mass at 6pm
  • Wednesday March 23 - Class
Monday Monthly Class
  • Monday January 31 – 6pm-8pm
  • Monday February 28 – 6pm-8pm

Important Dates

Please read these dates carefully as they are in addition to normal class dates. Please add them to your calendar if they apply to you.

Wednesday, February 2 at 6pm – First Communion parent meeting, meeting will take place in the Church hall while the students are in class. First Communion date, time and important information will be given at this meeting. If you cannot attend, please send another responsible adult.

Wednesday, February 2 at 7:15 pm – Confirmation parent meeting, meeting will take place in the Church hall while the students are in class. Confirmation date, time and important sponsor information will be given at this meeting. If you cannot attend, please send another responsible adult.

Sunday, February 13 at 9am – Children's Liturgy of the Word (in Church at 9am Mass) (All ages).

Wednesday, March 2 at 6pm – Ash Wednesday – ALL students are expected to attend at 6pm. Ashes will be distributed. There will be no 7:15 class on this date. This is class time.

Sunday, March 13 at 9am – Children's Liturgy of the Word (in Church at 9am Mass) (All ages).

Sunday, March 20 at 9am – First Communion Presentation Mass – all First Communion candidates are expected to attend. The candidates will be presented to Father and the parish community. The Rosary Society will present their gifts to the children.

Wednesday, March 23 at 6pm – First Confession for Grade 2 (in Church). All students must make their first Confession before making First Communion.

Sunday, April 3 at 9am – Confirmation Presentation Mass – All Confirmation candidates are expected to attend. The candidates will be presented to Father and the parish community. Candidates will be presented with a gift from the Church.

As always, if you have any questions about Faith Formation, please do not hesitate to contact Kathleen Burns at (518) 428- 6353.
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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.
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St. Michael's Church
20 Page Ave.
Cohoes, NY 12047
(518) 237-5151
email: info@stmichaelsofcohoes.org

website: stmichaelsofcohoes.org
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  • About
    • About Us
    • History
    • Photo Gallery
    • St. Michael
    • Sponsors
  • Contact
  • Faith
    • Faith Formation
    • Resources
    • Sacraments
    • Serving
  • Giving
  • News & Events
    • Blog
    • Bulletins
    • Calendar