It is our goal to make St. Rafka’s ARC program a wonderful and beneficial experience for your child(ren).

Whether your child is preparing to receive the Eucharist (1st Communion) or wishes to expand their faith education and learn some Arabic along the way, we have the class for you!

Registration available July-August 2026.

No application will be admitted afterwards.

Mandatory parent/ student information meeting:

Sat. Sep. 12, 2026, at 3pm.

Classes run Sep. 12, 2026-May 23, 2027.

Registration is now OPEN!

Email forms & documents to:

st.rafkacommunity@outlook.com

Copies can also be found in the Church lobby. Please fill out and return to Michelle Mouhanna.

Deadline: August 31, 2026

Registration fee:

1 child $100

2 children $150

3+ children $200

Money shall not be a reason for not registering your child(ren); for assistance, please contact Fr. Joe at

(805) 402-5060

Schedule:

Saturdays 3:30-4:30pm (Catechism)

15-minute break

4:45-5:20pm (Arabic)

Divine Liturgy at 5:30pm