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Saint Sharbel Maronite Catholic Church
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2025 - 2026 MCF, Knights of Mary & ARABIC REGISTRATION

Religious & Heritage Education

Registration is now open for MCF, Knights of Mary and Arabic classes for students in Kindergarten through 6th grade! 


The Saint Sharbel Religious & Heritage Education Program is an effort to continue the formation of our children in the faith and to pass on the Maronite heritage preserved by our ancestors.  Religious Education is strongly encouraged and is taught in English. The Arabic Classes Program accepts non-parish members.


 MCF (MARONITE CHRISTIAN FAITH) CLASSES and Arabic Classes will be held on Saturdays - Starting October 4, 2025 through April 25, 2026. 


1:30 - 3:00 pm - Arabic

3:15 - 4:45 pm - MCF/ First Communion/ Knights of Mary 

5 pm - Divine Liturgy


PREPARATION OF CHILDREN FOR FIRST HOLY COMMUNION 


Parents preparing their children for first communion should adhere to the following rules:    


1. All candidates for first communion must be children of registered members of the St. Sharbel Church.  


2. All candidates must have completed formation years at St. Sharbel Religious education program (Level 1 and Level 2) and are able to read and write.   


3. Parents must attend the required meetings pertaining to first communion preparation.  


4. Fill out the online registration form.  Please fill out at least one month before classes start.


Your cooperation in preparing the children to receive the Body and Blood of our Lord Jesus Christ is imperative.    

Online Registration

You can register online easily and quickly. Please click on the button below. 

Online registration
Faith, Fun & Formation

The Knights of Mary

KOM is for children in Grades 3–6 who have already received their First Holy Communion. Together, they’ll grow in their Catholic faith, celebrate our Maronite heritage, build lasting friendships, and have a blast—with Christ at the center! 


Meetings Start October 4th 

Click Here To Register Your Child

Maronite Christian Formation Overview

Faith of the Mountain Overview (pdf)

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Saint Sharbel Maronite Catholic Church

14 Reeve St, Somerset, NJ 08873, US

(732) 828-2055

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