Grow in faith, together.
Our Faith Formation programs help children, teens, and adults grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ — as we pray, serve, learn, and belong together.
Registration 2026–2027 Is Open
Register Online →
Our Programs
First Communion (Children)
For youth ages 7–13 preparing to receive the Eucharist. Two-year program. Bring: baptism certificate.
Confirmation (Teens)
High-school youth (14–17) prepare over two years. Bring: baptism & First Communion certificates. Year 2 may include retreat fees.
The Confirmation program →Confirmation (Adults)
Bring: baptism & First Communion certificates; marriage certificate if married. If First Eucharist is also needed, tuition is $200 paid in full.
OCIA — All Sacraments (Children)
For children not yet baptized who wish to be fully initiated into the Catholic Church. Bring: birth certificate.
OCIA — All Sacraments (Adults)
The adult path to full initiation — Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation. Bring: birth certificate; marriage certificate if married.
Bible Study (English)
Bi-weekly evenings in Scripture — new Wisdom series begins August 20.
Join the study →Children’s Liturgy of the Word
Children hear the Sunday readings at their own level during the 10 AM Mass.
About CLOW →Why We Do This
For Children & Teens
Equipping young disciples to grow in their relationship with God, live as disciples of Jesus at home and in the world, understand the Bible and their faith, deepen their spiritual practices, and serve their community.
For Adults
The Office of Adult Formation supports sacramental preparation, spiritual growth, education, and community — empowering adults to be fully active members of the parish, centered on the Gospel, witnessing through charity and service.
Program Contacts
Moisés R. Vargas, M.S.
Director of Adult Faith Formation & OCIA
(626) 252-4066
moises@saintmariana.org
Luis Jaime Perez
Director of High School Confirmation & Youth Ministry
(562) 368-3844 · office ext. 28
Confirmation program site →
Jazmine Martir
Director of Religious Education
(562) 373-0891 · office ext. 20
Email Jazmine
Need to reach us?
Call the Parish Office — Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM. Se habla español.
(562) 949-8240