The North Star
The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, celebrated annually on August 15, is a holy day in the Church, but it is not a Holy Day of Obligation in the United States when it falls on a Saturday, as it does this year. Therefore, there is no obligation to attend Mass for the Assumption this year.
While attendance at Mass is not required, the Church strongly encourages us to celebrate this special feast by participating in the Eucharist. It is a wonderful opportunity to honor Mary, reflect on the hope of eternal life, and draw closer to Christ through the Mass.
Mass will be offered at 9:00 AM on Saturday, August 15, at St. John the Baptist in Clyman and will be followed with the opportunity for the Sacrament of Confession and Eucharistic Adoration.
Dear St. Katharine Drexel Parish Families,
We, Madeline and Clark Crombie, are excited to introduce ourselves as the K-7 Faith Formation Directors at St. Katharine Drexel Parish. We are a married couple; we both teach at St. Katharine Drexel School, and we recently welcomed our daughter into our family. As lifelong members of this parish, we are grateful for the opportunity to serve the community that has shaped our own faith. We look forward to introducing ourselves more fully at Orientation Night, but for now, we simply want to say how honored we are to walk alongside you and your children this year. We are looking forward to a wonderful year of Faith Formation. Here is what you need to know for 2026–2027.
Class Schedule
Grades K-7: Wednesday nights, 6:15–7:30 PM, meeting in the church and school
Grades 8-10: Wednesday nights, 6:15–7:30 PM, meeting at the Parish Center
Confirmation: Sundays following the 10:00 AM Mass, concluding around 12:00 PM
Grades 8-10 and Confirmation are directed by Peter Laning, Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry (Grades 8–Confirmation). He can be reached at 920-887-2082, ext. 311, or laningp@stkds.com.
Orientation Night — Wednesday, September 9
Orientation Night is Wednesday, September 9, at 6:15 PM in the church. This evening marks the start of our Faith Formation year and is also the deadline to complete registration and payment. We ask that at least one parent attend. Please mark your calendars now.
How to Register
This year, we are using a new online registration system through Jotform. To register your child(ren), please use the link below:
Faith Formation Registration Form
Once you submit your registration through Jotform, you will automatically be directed to the Saint Katharine Drexel Congregation Payment Site to pay online [directions for online payment below].
Prefer to pay in person? You may still submit your registration online and pay later by check. Simply bring a check made payable to "St. Katharine Drexel Parish" to the Parish Center or to Orientation Night.
How to Pay Online
On the payment site, you will see several giving options. The ones relevant to Faith Formation are:
Faith Formation Registration — for students in Kindergarten–1st Grade and 3rd–10th Grade
Faith Formation – Confirmation — for students enrolled in Confirmation classes
Sacramental Registration — for children receiving First Reconciliation or First Eucharist
To pay, click the "Pay Now" button under the option that applies to your family, then click "Add to Basket." If you have children in more than one of the three groups listed above, start with any one of them, then add the others by clicking "See All" under the "Explore More Ways to Give" section. Once all of your children have been added, click "Continue to Payment" and enter your payment information.
Tuition & Fees 2026–2027
Grades K-10 Registration:
$40.00 — one student
$80.00 — two students
$120.00 — three or more students
Sacramental fee (First Reconciliation and First Eucharist families): add $30.00
Confirmation: $100.00 per student (covers the retreat and supplies for sacramental preparation)
If you are or would like to be a catechist, your registration fee will be waived. Please contact Madeline and Clark Crombie at faithformation@stkds.com. Furthermore, flexible payment options are available by contacting the parish office at 920-887-2082.
Questions?
Please don't hesitate to reach out:
St. Katharine Drexel Parish Center: 920-887-2082
Madeline & Clark Crombie: faithformation@stkds.com
Peter Laning: 920-887-2082 ext. 311, or laningp@stkds.com.
You can also find information on our parish website (www.stkatharinedrexelbd.org), in the bulletin, and through messages from the faithformation@stkds.com email account.
We are looking forward to getting to know your families, supporting your children as they grow in their relationship with Christ, and walking alongside you in faith. We are excited for all that God has planned for our parish community this year.
In Christ,
Madeline & Clark Crombie
K-7 Faith Formation Directors
St. Katharine Drexel Parish
Reverend William Arnold, Pastor
(920)887-2082 Extension 302 | arnoldw@stkds.com
-Wednesday-
8:30-9:00 AM every third Wednesday at St. Joseph, Waupun
-Friday-
8:30-9:00 AM every fourth Friday at Annunciation, Fox Lake
9:00 AM at St. Katharine Drexel, Beaver Dam
(concludes with Benediction at 6:50 PM)
-Saturday-
9:30-10:30 AM at St. John the Baptist, Clyman
Wednesday: 8:30 AM at St. Joseph, Waupun
Thursday: 6:00-6:45 PM at St. Columbkille, Elba
Friday: 8:30 AM at Annunciation, Fox Lake
Friday: 12:00-1:00 PM & 5:30-6:30 PM at St. Katharine Drexel, Beaver Dam
Saturday: 9:30-10:20 AM at St. John the Baptist, Clyman
Saturday: 3:00-3:45 PM at Annunciation, Fox Lake
Fr. Will Arnold: (920)887-2082 x302
arnoldw@stkds.com
Fr. Nick Dhein: (920)887-2082 x305
dheinn@stkds.com
Fr. Thomas Naidu: (920)887-2082 x309
naidut@stkds.com