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Faith Formation and Sacraments

Faith Formation

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (Pre-K to Age 8)

Montessori-based sessions that nurture early faith development in young children.

Learn More & Join Wait List

Faith Formation (Grades K–8)

Family-based learning and Scripture-centered experiences for children in Grades K–8.

Register: Quest Family Faith Formation
Register: Middle School Family Faith Formation

Explore: Faith Seeking Understanding (Post-Confirmation)

A faith enrichment program for post-Confirmation teens continuing to grow in their relationship with God and the Church.

Register for Explore

Become Catholic (OCIA, Formerly RCIA)

Begin your journey into the Catholic faith with support from our RCIA team.

Register for RCIA

Youth Ministry

IMPACT Youth Group (Grades 6–8)

Middle schoolers explore their faith with peers through prayer, service, and fun events.

Register for Impact

Encounter Youth Group (Grades 9–12)

High school students grow in discipleship through worship, discussion, and service.

Register for Encounter

Damascus Summer Camp 2027 (Grades 6–12)

OLPH has reserved spots at Summit Lake Camp in Emmitsburg, MD. Middle School: June 13-18 or July 4-9. High School: June 27 – July 2. Estimated cost is $670 per camper, and families provide transportation. OLPH families get first pick, so submit your interest form soon.

Damascus Interest Form

Questions? Email olphec.damascuscysc@gmail.com.

Youth Ministry

IMPACT Youth Group (Grades 6–8)

Middle schoolers explore their faith with peers through prayer, service, and fun events.

Register for Impact

Encounter Youth Group (Grades 9–12)

High school students grow in discipleship through worship, discussion, and service.

Register for Encounter

Sacraments

First Reconciliation & First Communion

For children entering 2nd and 3rd grades. Parents of children in 4th grade and above should contact Greg Sinclair to learn about alternate preparation options.

Register for First Reconciliation & Communion

Confirmation

For youth ages 9 and up, our Confirmation program includes retreats, formation, and spiritual readiness.

Register for Confirmation
Confirmation Parent Orientation Form

 

Faith Formation

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (Pre-K to Age 8)

Montessori-based sessions that nurture early faith development in young children.

Learn More & Join Wait List

Faith Formation (Grades 1–8)

Family-based learning and Scripture-centered experiences for children in Grades 1–8.

Register: Quest Family Faith Formation
Register: Middle School Family Faith Formation

Explore: Faith Seeking Understanding (Post-Confirmation)

A faith enrichment program for post-Confirmation teens continuing to grow in their relationship with God and the Church.

Register for Explore

Become Catholic (RCIA)

Begin your journey into the Catholic faith with support from our RCIA team.

Register for RCIA

Youth Ministry

IMPACT Youth Group (Grades 6–8)

Middle schoolers explore their faith with peers through prayer, service, and fun events.

Take the Survey

Encounter Youth Group (Grades 9–12)

High school students grow in discipleship through worship, discussion, and service.

Register for Encounter

Sacraments

First Reconciliation & First Communion

Preparation for children entering 2nd and 3rd grade to receive these important sacraments.

Register Now

Confirmation

For youth ages 9 and up, our Confirmation program includes retreats, formation, and spiritual readiness.

Register for Confirmation
Confirmation Parent Orientation Form

First Communion

Information and registration for our 2026/27 Communicants will open soon.  

Faith Formation

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (Pre-K to Age 8)

Montessori-based sessions that nurture early faith development in young children.

Learn More & Register

Faith Formation (Grades 1–8)

Family-based learning and Scripture-centered experiences for children in Grades 1–8.

Register Elementary
Register Middle School

Become Catholic (RCIA)

Begin your journey into the Catholic faith with support from our RCIA team.

Register for RCIA

Youth Ministry

IMPACT Youth Group (Grades 6–8)

Middle schoolers explore their faith with peers through prayer, service, and fun events.

Take the Survey

Encounter Youth Group (Grades 9–12)

High school students grow in discipleship through worship, discussion, and service.

Register for Encounter

Sacraments

First Reconciliation & First Communion

Preparation for children entering 2nd and 3rd grade to receive these important sacraments.

Register Now

Confirmation

For youth ages 9 and up, our Confirmation program includes retreats, formation, and spiritual readiness.

Register Now

 

Special Events & Programs

Join us!
Click on any of the graphics below to learn more or to register for upcoming events and ministries.

Young Adult Retreat: A Season for Everything
Scout Troop 794 Pasta Dinner | OLPH Ellicott City
All Souls’ Novena
OLPH Parish Thanksgiving Family Dinner Night | November 14
Families Helping Families
Damascus Catholic Summer Camp
Advent by Candlelight | Women’s Ministry | OLPH Ellicott City, Dec 5
Join the Women of OLPH for Fun and Fellowship at Open Gym Nights!
Parish Ministries | OLPH Parish, Ellicott City, MD
Mary Pilgrim Devotional

Ongoing Opportunities

Young Adult Retreat: A Season for Everything
Scout Troop 794 Pasta Dinner | OLPH Ellicott City
All Souls’ Novena
OLPH Parish Thanksgiving Family Dinner Night | November 14
Families Helping Families
Damascus Catholic Summer Camp
Advent by Candlelight | Women’s Ministry | OLPH Ellicott City, Dec 5
Join the Women of OLPH for Fun and Fellowship at Open Gym Nights!
Parish Ministries | OLPH Parish, Ellicott City, MD
Mary Pilgrim Devotional

Prayer and Other Special Sign-Ups