25-26 STEP 6 - Witness Statement

Archdiocese of Saint Louis

WITNESS STATEMENT

For Those Seeking to Enroll Their Children in a Catholic School or a Parish School of Religion

  • Understand that the authentic teachings of Jesus as taught by the Catholic Church will be part of my child's education and formation;
  • To the best of my ability respect the teaching of the Church and help my children respect the church and its teachings;
  • Regularly participate in the Sunday Eucharist with my family (if not Catholic, support my children's participation in the Church of Baptism), include prayers in my daily life and form my children in the faith;
  • Commit to speak frequently with my children about God and to include prayer in our daily home life;
  • Participate in and cooperate with the School or Parish School of Religion in programs that enable me as a parent to take an active role in the religious education of my children, including sacramental preparation for Catholic children;
  • Support the moral and social doctrine of the Catholic Church to ensure consistency between home and school;
  • Teach my children by word and example to have a love and concern for the needs of others;
  • Meet my financial responsibilities in supporting the Catholic School or the Parish School of Religion;
  • Practice stewardship in support of the school and parish.