St. Joseph of the Lakes

Contact Sara Knoll at 651-784-3015 x105 or at SaraK@SaintJosephsParish.org for questions about Seekers - Grades 6-8.

Our Seekers (Grades 6-8) will be using the curriculum Connect! Bringing Faith to Life. This program presents the core teachings of the Catholic faith to young people in a way that helps them connect learning with living. Active and engaging lessons encourage honest reflection and meaning making. The young adults are placed in large and small groups. This approach is based on Jesus when he formed a "community of believers/disciples." Core teachings are explored through a variety of creative learning styles: discussions, video, art, music, drama, prayer services and hands-on play. These students will be asked to participate in service projects throughout the year.

Seekers - Grades 6-8

Registration for the 2025-2026 faith formation program year is now open!

Our faith formation team looks forward to helping our parish’s children and youth grow in their personal connection with God in our world. 

The registration period ends on September 1, 2025. Registrations made after this date will include a late fee, and the child’s name may be placed on a waitlist until an open spot on our active roster can be confirmed.

Please register using the Google Form link below that corresponds to your child’s age/grade for the 2025-2026 school year. Each child must be registered separately. 

After you register your child, return to this page for the link to pay online (unless you wish to pay by check or cash at the parish office instead). 

We love our faith formation volunteers! We’re looking for help across a variety of roles. Check out the volunteer opportunities we offer and sign up to help make our programs a success again this year.

General questions? Please contact Sarah Ray, Director of Faith Formation (SarahR@SaintJosephsParish.org or 651-784-3015 ext. 108). 

Here’s how to register for faith formation, pay for fees, and sign up to volunteer:

1. Please read our Faith Formation Overview Letter (2025-2026).
2. Read through the St. Joe’s Faith Formation Program Offerings.
3. Select, complete, and submit the registration form(s) you need for your children.

• Elementary and Middle School Registration Form

4. Decide on your payment method for faith formation registration fees.

• • Payments can be made online through the St. Joe’s secure payment page (click the button below), or in cash/check brought in to the parish office during regular business hours. 
  • Scholarships (whole or partial) for faith formation fees are available this year. See the registration forms for more information. 

5. Consider joining us as a volunteer this year!

See which opportunity appeals to your gifts and your schedule, and register your interest with us here. We’ll be in touch closer to the start of the program year.

2025-2026 Middle School Faith Formation Schedule:

Classes are on Sundays from 5:30 to 7:30 pm unless otherwise noted