Religious Education
A large part of our Religious Education program is proper preparation for our students to receive the sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist, and Confirmation. We also nurture the graces received in these sacraments by continuing the children’s education in faith and deepening their relationship with Jesus Christ at every level. Working together, we do our best to build a firm foundation in our Catholic faith.
If you have any questions about Religious Education, please contact the Religious Education Office at 781-631-8340 or email sosreligioused@staroftheseamarblehead.org. Summer office hours are: Monday — Wednesday, 9:00 a.m.— 2:00 p.m. |

Vacation Bible School Starts NOW! Monday, July 25-Friday, July 29
Vacation Bible School 2022 has begun at Our Lady Star of the Sea! This year's Bible Camp is being held Monday, July 25 through Friday, July 29. We are embarking on a MONUMENTAL 5-day journey, where kids are having a rockin' good time learning Bible adventures, playing games, dancing and singing to music, eating fun snacks, and exploring the Word of God with sciency-fun!
When: Monday, July 25 – Friday, July 29, 2022
Where: Parish Center
Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Ages: Grades K – 6
Cost: 1 child $50 ~ 2 children $90.00 ~ Family (3+ children) $135
Click here to register!
Vacation Bible School 2022 has begun at Our Lady Star of the Sea! This year's Bible Camp is being held Monday, July 25 through Friday, July 29. We are embarking on a MONUMENTAL 5-day journey, where kids are having a rockin' good time learning Bible adventures, playing games, dancing and singing to music, eating fun snacks, and exploring the Word of God with sciency-fun!
When: Monday, July 25 – Friday, July 29, 2022
Where: Parish Center
Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Ages: Grades K – 6
Cost: 1 child $50 ~ 2 children $90.00 ~ Family (3+ children) $135
Click here to register!

Religious Education Classes 2022-23
Religious Education Classes are set to begin the week of Sunday, September 11, 2022. Please stop by the Parish Center (across the street from the Rectory) Monday — Wednesday, 9:00a.m.— 2:00p.m. to register for 2022/23 Religious Education classes. Classes are provided for all grades (1 through 10).
Families who have previously enrolled: To register for 2022/23 classes, we are having each family review their Family Summary Form, and make any necessary changes on file (i.e., emergency contacts, allergies, special information for each enrolled child). This way, you are aware of the information we have previously collected and, moving forward, we will have the most up-to-date information for each enrolled child and their family. You will indicate directly on the Family Summary Form which class session you would like to select. Payments can be made by check (made out to Our Lady Star of the Sea), or online using a credit card or bank account through WeShare.
Families who have NOT previously enrolled: Please stop by the Parish Center (80 Atlantic Avenue) Mon-Wed at 9am-2pm; or reach out to the Religious Education Office (781-631-8340 / sosreligioused@staroftheseamarblehead.org) or the Rectory (781-631-0086) to request a registration form.
► PAROCHIAL SCHOOL STUDENTS: Any child who attends a Parochial School does NOT have to attend Religious Education classes until the 10th grade, when they prepare for Confirmation. Confirmation is received in the 11th Grade.
COST:
One Child - $125
Two Children - $175
Three or more Children - $200
Confirmation Fee: $65
Secure electronic payments can be made on our website using We Share. Please click the We Share link below to make a payment.
Religious Education Classes are set to begin the week of Sunday, September 11, 2022. Please stop by the Parish Center (across the street from the Rectory) Monday — Wednesday, 9:00a.m.— 2:00p.m. to register for 2022/23 Religious Education classes. Classes are provided for all grades (1 through 10).
Families who have previously enrolled: To register for 2022/23 classes, we are having each family review their Family Summary Form, and make any necessary changes on file (i.e., emergency contacts, allergies, special information for each enrolled child). This way, you are aware of the information we have previously collected and, moving forward, we will have the most up-to-date information for each enrolled child and their family. You will indicate directly on the Family Summary Form which class session you would like to select. Payments can be made by check (made out to Our Lady Star of the Sea), or online using a credit card or bank account through WeShare.
Families who have NOT previously enrolled: Please stop by the Parish Center (80 Atlantic Avenue) Mon-Wed at 9am-2pm; or reach out to the Religious Education Office (781-631-8340 / sosreligioused@staroftheseamarblehead.org) or the Rectory (781-631-0086) to request a registration form.
► PAROCHIAL SCHOOL STUDENTS: Any child who attends a Parochial School does NOT have to attend Religious Education classes until the 10th grade, when they prepare for Confirmation. Confirmation is received in the 11th Grade.
COST:
One Child - $125
Two Children - $175
Three or more Children - $200
Confirmation Fee: $65
Secure electronic payments can be made on our website using We Share. Please click the We Share link below to make a payment.

The Sacrament of Confirmation
The Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated at Our Lady Star of the Sea on November 20, 2022 at 2:00 p.m.
Fall 2022 Confirmation information can be found here.
The Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated at Our Lady Star of the Sea on November 20, 2022 at 2:00 p.m.
Fall 2022 Confirmation information can be found here.

First Communion 2022
Please click here for First Communion photos and the Mother's Day May Crowning.
First Holy Communion was held at Our Lady, Star of the Sea on Saturday, May 7, 2022. First Reconciliation was held at Our Lady, Star of the Sea on Saturday, December 11, 2021 & Saturday, December 18, 2021. First Reconciliation is a requirement in order to take First Holy Communion. More details about First Communion and First Reconciliation can be found here.
Please click here for First Communion photos and the Mother's Day May Crowning.
First Holy Communion was held at Our Lady, Star of the Sea on Saturday, May 7, 2022. First Reconciliation was held at Our Lady, Star of the Sea on Saturday, December 11, 2021 & Saturday, December 18, 2021. First Reconciliation is a requirement in order to take First Holy Communion. More details about First Communion and First Reconciliation can be found here.

Anna E. Kelly Scholarships / Youth Ministry Awards
The Anna E. Kelly Scholarship Awards Mass was held on Sunday, May 15, 2022. Monsignor Moran, Deacon Joe, and parish staff congratulate our young scholarship winners for their consistent and visible example of witness to Jesus Christ.
What is the Anna E. Kelly Scholarship?
Each year, Our Lady, Star of the Sea Parish awards $1000.00 to graduating High School Seniors from our Parish. The recipients are honored for their faithful witness to Jesus Christ and for their commitment to the parish where they have served four years of Christian Service. For most of our recipients, their Christian Service has exceeded the four-year requirement. Their service activities include participation in Ministries such as Lector, Altar Server, Religious Education Teachers' Aide, Cantor and Gospel Choir members, service at "My Brother's Table," and the Marblehead Interfaith Food Pantry, and other activities of a volunteer service nature.
Background of the Anna E. Kelly Scholarship / Youth Ministry Award
This scholarship was founded by Anna E. Kelly, who was a dedicated, long-time parishioner of Our Lady, Star of the Sea. She was committed to the pursuit of learning and to promoting educational opportunities for the young people in our parish. Upon her death in 1995, she generously bequeathed a sum of money to Our Lady, Star of the Sea to start a Scholarship Fund for deserving students of the parish. We offer this scholarship to students each year in her name. The funds for these scholarships are renewed yearly by generous donations, and we always welcome your contributions to this scholarship fund. If you would like to donate to this fund, for the benefit next year's student scholarships, please click here to make a one-time donation (in the comment section, please note Anna E. Kelly Fund), or you can donate by mailing or dropping off cash/check to the Rectory at 85 Atlantic Ave., Marblehead, MA 01945.
The Anna E. Kelly Scholarship Awards Mass was held on Sunday, May 15, 2022. Monsignor Moran, Deacon Joe, and parish staff congratulate our young scholarship winners for their consistent and visible example of witness to Jesus Christ.
What is the Anna E. Kelly Scholarship?
Each year, Our Lady, Star of the Sea Parish awards $1000.00 to graduating High School Seniors from our Parish. The recipients are honored for their faithful witness to Jesus Christ and for their commitment to the parish where they have served four years of Christian Service. For most of our recipients, their Christian Service has exceeded the four-year requirement. Their service activities include participation in Ministries such as Lector, Altar Server, Religious Education Teachers' Aide, Cantor and Gospel Choir members, service at "My Brother's Table," and the Marblehead Interfaith Food Pantry, and other activities of a volunteer service nature.
Background of the Anna E. Kelly Scholarship / Youth Ministry Award
This scholarship was founded by Anna E. Kelly, who was a dedicated, long-time parishioner of Our Lady, Star of the Sea. She was committed to the pursuit of learning and to promoting educational opportunities for the young people in our parish. Upon her death in 1995, she generously bequeathed a sum of money to Our Lady, Star of the Sea to start a Scholarship Fund for deserving students of the parish. We offer this scholarship to students each year in her name. The funds for these scholarships are renewed yearly by generous donations, and we always welcome your contributions to this scholarship fund. If you would like to donate to this fund, for the benefit next year's student scholarships, please click here to make a one-time donation (in the comment section, please note Anna E. Kelly Fund), or you can donate by mailing or dropping off cash/check to the Rectory at 85 Atlantic Ave., Marblehead, MA 01945.
Our Lady Star of the Sea
85 Atlantic Avenue Marblehead, MA 01945 Phone: 781-631-0086 Fax: 781-631-5668 Email: sosrectory@verizon.net Regular Mass Schedule
Saturday Vigil at 4:00pm Sunday at 7:30am, 9:00am, and 11:00am Every Weekday (Monday—Saturday) at 9:00am _______________ Our Lady Star of the Sea Church is open 7 days a week 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. for individual devotion (Prayer, Adoration, Stations of the Cross, and the Rosary). |