| A Family of Faith A family catechesis program designed to help parents teach their children the Catholic faith at home. It follows a four-year cycle based on the pillars of the Catechism. | Sophia Institute for Teachers | Family / Grades K-8 | Print parent guides, student activity books, and parish leader guides | Monthly parish meetings with weekly home lessons | $24.95 / parent guide | yes | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Alive in Christ (Parish, Grades 1-6) A parish religious education curriculum for grades 1–6, combining print and online materials. The Catechist Edition includes background reading, timed lesson plans, and reproducible resources. | OSV Curriculum | Grades 1-6 | print + online | unknown | Parish Student Book $25.75 on orderosv.com ($21.99 with eBook via Communication Center); Catechist Edition $82.99 on orderosv.com | yes (Fully bilingual edition with English and Spanish on facing pages, plus Spanish family/activity resources) | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Allelu! An early childhood Catholic religious education curriculum from Our Sunday Visitor for ages 3 through Kindergarten, using multisensory active learning, ritual experiences, music, and take-home family placemat activity sheets. | OSV | Early Childhood (Ages 3-4, Ages 4-5, and Kindergarten) | print child/family activity sheets, teacher/catechist guides, parent magazines, music CDs, and digital resources | 28 weekly lessons per age level (with 5-day school option) | Child/Family Activity Sheets $19.49; Teacher/Catechist Guide $53.25; Introductory Kit $104.49 | yes (Allelu! Preschool-K Spanish / Bilingual edition available) | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Be My Disciples Comprehensive PreK-8 parish and school religious education curriculum centered on discipleship and liturgy. | RCL Benziger | Children (grades 1-8) | print + digital | 24 chapters per grade | Student Book $22.50, Catechist Guide $36.00 | yes | 2026-10-14 | source |
| Belonging: Baptism in the Family of God A Baptism preparation program designed to welcome parents and godparents into the parish community while providing rich theological teaching on the sacrament. | Ascension | Adult / Parents | Video series with print parent and leader guides | 2 to 4 sessions | $14.95 / parent guide | yes | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Beloved: Finding Happiness in Marriage A twelve-session Catholic marriage preparation and enrichment video program from the Augustine Institute (6 sessions on the Mystery of Marriage for engaged couples plus 6 sessions on Living Marriage), available on DVD and FORMED. | Augustine Institute | Engaged and married couples (adults) | video (DVD or FORMED streaming) + print couple's guide + leader's guide | 12 sessions total (6 Marriage Preparation sessions + 6 Marriage Enrichment sessions) | Couple's Guide $24.95; Couple's Guide 5-Pack $99.99 | yes | 2026-10-15 | source |
| BLESSED First Communion / First Reconciliation First Communion and First Reconciliation preparation for children, combining animated short films with print materials. Step-by-step leader instructions and a parent email program support preparation at church and at home. | Dynamic Catholic | Children (grade 2) | video + print | 42 animated short films | Free program packs; "just pay shipping" | yes (Bendecido Spanish edition program packs and workbooks available on Dynamic Catholic store) | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Blest Are We: Faith in Action Parish and Catholic school religion curriculum structured around the four pillars of the Catechism. | RCL Benziger | Children (grades K-8) | print + digital | 20 chapters per grade | Student Book $21.95, Catechist Guide $34.95 | yes | 2026-10-14 | source |
| Catechesis of the Good Shepherd A Montessori-based religious formation program for children that emphasizes quiet contemplation, hands-on materials, and a deep encounter with Scripture and Liturgy in a dedicated space called the Atrium. | CGSUSA | Ages 3-12 | Hands-on materials, catechist manuals, and training | Weekly sessions over multiple years (Levels I, II, III) | Publications and atrium manuals $12.00-$39.95 at CGSUSA store; catechist training tuition varies by diocese/course | yes | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Celebrate and Remember: Reconciliation and Eucharist A primary-grade sacramental preparation series from Saint Mary's Press that prepares children for First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion through liturgical catechesis, Scripture stories, doctrinal instruction, and family participation. | Saint Mary's Press | Primary Grades (Grades 1-3) | print child books, catechist guides, home guides, director manual, and program music | 8 Reconciliation sessions and 10 Eucharist sessions | Catechist Guide $27.50; Home Guide $10.95 | no | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Christ In Us, Parish Edition A religious education program for grades K–8 that combines print, digital, and video materials. It supports classroom, hybrid, and remote parish formation. | Sadlier | Grades K-8 | print + digital + video | unknown | Student Edition (Grades K-8) $21.99 school/parish net ($29.32 list); Parish Catechist Guide $68.25 net ($91.00 list); Student Portfolio Workbook (Grades 1-6) $4.99 net ($6.65 list); Student Edition + eBook Bundle $26.00-$27.55 net; 1-yr Site License $420-$449.80/grade or $2,099 K-6 | yes (Cristo en nosotros bilingual edition and Creemos/Spanish materials on Sadlier Religion Store) | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Christ Our Life: New Evangelization Edition Theologically rigorous parish and Catholic school curriculum focusing on doctrine, scripture, and morality. | Loyola Press | Children (grades 1-8) | print + digital | 25 chapters per grade | Student Book $24.00, Catechist Guide $39.50 | no | 2026-10-14 | source |
| Didache Parish Series An 8-volume high school parish religious education curriculum from Midwest Theological Forum, adapted from the Didache Semester Series in accordance with the USCCB Curriculum Framework for Parish and Youth Ministry Programs. | Midwest Theological Forum | High School (Grades 9-12) | print student books and presenter guides (8 volumes) | 8 semester-length volumes divided into weekly parish lessons | Student Book $17.95 per volume; Presenter's Guide $20.95 per volume | yes (La Didaje Spanish Parish Series available) | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Discover! Finding Faith in Life A Bible-based print curriculum for kindergarten through sixth grade. Each grade includes 20 chapters and eight lessons focused on the liturgical seasons. | Saint Mary's Press | Grades K-6 | print (Bible-based) | 20 chapters + 8 liturgical lessons per grade | Student Kit (Child Activity Books, Backpack, and Folder, Grades 1-5 Parish Edition) $18.95; Catechist Guide $42.95 on smp.org and Communication Center (Catholic Children's Bible sold separately) | partial (Family pages for each chapter in K-5 available in both English and Spanish) | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Encounter with Christ: Eucharist and Reconciliation Theologically rooted sacrament preparation with illustrated student books and family home guides. | OSV Curriculum | Children (grades 2-3) | print + digital | 7-8 lessons per sacrament | Student Book $18.95, Catechist Edition $29.95 | yes | 2026-10-14 | source |
| Eucharist: We Give Thanks and Praise A primary-grade First Eucharist preparation program from RCL Benziger that connects Sacred Scripture with real-life stories, family involvement, and a four-part Little Catechism doctrinal review. | RCL Benziger | Primary Grades (Grades 1-3) | print student book, catechist guide with reproducible masters, and music CD | 8 lessons (8 pages per lesson) | Student Book $17.50; Catechist Guide $35.00; Music CD $28.50 | yes (Eucaristia: Damos gracias y alabanza bilingual edition available) | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Faith and Life Series A print religious education series for grades 1–8. The parish catechist manual provides a 25-week plan with step-by-step lessons for weekly sessions of about one to one and a half hours. | Ignatius Press | Grades 1-8 | print | 25-week parish manual | Student book $13.95-$16.95; Activity book $9.95; Parish Catechist Manual $39.95; Teacher's Manual $49.95 per grade (Ignatius price list) | yes (Spanish student text $11.95 and activity book) | 2026-10-13 | source |
| Finding God: Adaptive Edition An inclusive parish and school faith formation curriculum from Loyola Press developed in consultation with the National Catholic Partnership on Disability to serve children with autism and special learning needs. | Loyola Press | Grades 1-8 (children with autism and diverse learning needs) | print catechist guides, flip books, visual manipulatives, activity cards, and digital resources | 25 adaptable lessons across liturgical and doctrinal units | Adaptive Finding God Kit $566.50 | partial (bilingual family and visual support resources available) | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Finding God: Our Response to Gods Gifts Ignatian-influenced parish faith formation curriculum emphasizing reflective prayer and scripture. | Loyola Press | Children (grades K-8) | print + digital | 25 sessions per grade | Student Book $23.50, Catechist Guide $38.00 | yes | 2026-10-14 | source |
| Forgiven: The Transforming Power of Confession A video-based study that explores the grace and healing offered in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. It is often used for adult faith formation and parent preparation for children's First Reconciliation. | Augustine Institute | Adult / Parents | Video series with print study guides | 3 to 5 sessions | $14.95 / study guide | yes | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Go Seek Find: Discover Gods Treasures Activity-centered sacramental preparation program integrated with The Catholic Childrens Bible. | Saint Marys Press | Children (ages 6-9) | print + digital + kit | 8 chapters per sacrament | Student Kit $27.95, Teaching Guide $42.95 | yes | 2026-10-14 | source |
| Gods Gift: Reconciliation and Eucharist Comprehensive primary sacramental preparation program with active family connection pieces. | Loyola Press | Children (grades 2-4) | print + digital | 6 sessions per sacrament | Child Book $17.75, Catechist Guide $30.50 | yes | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Joined by Grace: Marriage Prep A parish marriage preparation program by John and Teri Bosio from Ave Maria Press and Spirit Juice Studios showing engaged couples how all seven sacraments nourish and sustain a lifelong Catholic marriage. | Ave Maria Press | Engaged couples (adults) | print couple's book, mentor guides, program manual, 80-minute DVD, and digital video access | 6 to 8 mentor or small-group sessions | Starter Pack $74.95 | yes | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Joy-Filled Marriage A comprehensive Catholic marriage preparation program by Christopher West, Greg Popcak, and Tom and Rosemary McCabe integrating St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body with practical relationship and communication skills. | Ascension | Engaged couples (adults) | video (DVD or online course) + couple's journal + couple's guide + leader's guide | 8 to 11 sessions (Life Skills for Couples and God's Plan for Love modules) | Couple's Set $59.95; Leader's Set $69.95; Starter Pack $199.95 | yes | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Living in Christ High School Series Systematic high school religion curriculum following the USCCB doctrinal curriculum framework. | Saint Marys Press | Teens (grades 9-12) | print + digital | 8 semester courses | Student Book $32.95, Teacher Guide $49.95 | no | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Pflaum Gospel Weeklies Liturgically based weekly faith formation program connecting Sunday Gospels directly to the Catechism. | Pflaum Publishing | Preschool through grade 8 (5 tiers) | weekly print leaflets + digital | 32 weekly lessons per year | Student Subscription $12.95/yr, Teaching Guide $24.95 | yes | 2026-10-14 | source |
| Presence: The Mystery of the Eucharist A beautiful video series that explores the truth and beauty of Christ's real presence in the Eucharist. It is widely used for adult faith formation and parent preparation for First Holy Communion. | Augustine Institute | Adult / Parents | Video series with print study guides | 3 to 4 sessions | $14.95 / study guide | yes | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Reborn: You, Your Child and the Heart of Baptism A visually stunning Baptism preparation program that explores the deep spiritual reality of the sacrament. It is designed to inspire parents and godparents to embrace their role as primary educators of the faith. | Augustine Institute | Adult / Parents | Video series with print study guides | 3 to 6 sessions | $14.95 / study guide | yes | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Received: Your Journey to First Communion Parish First Holy Communion curriculum combining narrative video with student workbooks and volunteer guides. | Ascension | Children (grades 2-3) | video + print + digital | 8 sessions | Student Pack $26.95, Leader Guide $30.95 | yes | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Renewed: Your Journey to First Reconciliation Parish first penance program with animated storytelling and step-by-step catechist lesson plans. | Ascension | Children (grades 2-3) | video + print + digital | 8 sessions | Student Pack $26.95, Leader Guide $30.95 | yes | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Rooted: K-12 Theology of the Body Curriculum A USCCB-approved K-8 and high school Theology of the Body supplemental curriculum (REVEALED K-5 and ROOTED/REVEALED Grades 6-8) from Ruah Woods Institute using classic storybooks, sacred art, and Christian anthropology lessons. | Ruah Woods Press | Grades K-8 (with high school modules) | print teacher kits (with literature books), teacher's guides, and student activity/commonplace books | 9 lessons per grade level (2-part lessons in K-5; monthly/unit modules in Grades 6-8) | Student Activity or Commonplace Book $12.00; Grades 6-8 Teacher's Guide $45.00; K-5 Classroom Kit $119.00 | yes | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Signs of Grace: You Are Forgiven Sacramental preparation series for First Reconciliation grounding children in the healing mercy of Christ. | Augustine Institute | Children (grades 2-3) | print + video | 7 sessions | Student Guide $14.95, Starter Kit $149.00 | yes | 2026-10-14 | source |
| Signs of Grace: You Are Loved Curriculum for First Holy Communion focusing on the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist. | Augustine Institute | Children (grades 2-3) | print + video | 8 sessions | Student Guide $14.95, Starter Kit $149.00 | yes | 2026-10-14 | source |
| Spirit of Truth First Reconciliation & First Holy Communion Print preparation materials for First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion in grades 2–4. The resource pairs a teacher guide with a student workbook. | Sophia Institute for Teachers | Grades 2-4 | print | 17 weekly sessions | Student Workbook $23.99; Catechist Guide $19.99 | yes (Espiritu de la Verdad) | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Spirit of Truth, Parish Edition (K-8) A parish religious education curriculum for kindergarten through eighth grade, built around interactive, catechist-led weekly sessions. Teacher guides and student workbooks work together, with free SketchPad videos available. | Sophia Institute for Teachers | Grades K-8 | print + digital guide | weekly session plans | Student Workbook $28.99 per grade (Grades K-8); Catechist Guide $49.99 paperback per grade; Digital Teacher's Guide free with annual purchase of 10+ student books | partial (K-8 Parish Edition workbooks are English only; Spanish Espiritu de la Verdad offered for First Reconciliation/First Communion sacramental prep: Student Book $23.99, Catechist Guide $19.99) | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Spirit of Truth: High School Edition A four-year Catholic high school theology textbook series from Sophia Institute for Teachers aligned with the USCCB Doctrinal Elements of a Curriculum Framework (Courses I-VI plus electives), featuring daily teacher-led lessons and sacred art. | Sophia Institute for Teachers | High school (grades 9-12) | print student textbooks, student workbooks, modular teacher's guides, and digital teacher portal | 6 core semester courses plus 5 elective courses (daily school-year lesson plans) | Student Workbook $20.99; Student Textbook $33.99; Teacher's Guide $49.99 per course | no | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Together in Jesus: First Reconciliation and Eucharist Leaflet-based sacramental preparation program engaging children through prayer, scripture, and ritual. | Pflaum Publishing | Children (grades 2-3) | print leaflets + folder | 6 lessons per sacrament | Student Pack $14.95, Catechist Guide $19.95 | yes | 2026-10-14 | source |
| We Believe: Catholic Identity Edition Systematic K-8 parish faith formation program structured around the four pillars of the Catechism with Catholic identity assessments. | Sadlier | Children (grades K-8) | print + digital | 24 chapters per grade | Student Book $21.50, Catechist Edition $34.00 | yes | 2026-10-14 | source |
| Witness to Love A virtue-based Marriage Catechumenate model and parish preparation program that pairs engaged couples with a chosen parish mentor couple for structured accompaniment, family-of-origin dialogue, and parish integration. | Witness to Love | Engaged and civilly married couples (adults) | print couple's workbooks + mentor's journey guide + online video course platform | 6 mentor couple meetings plus parish theology sessions | Engaged Couple Set $128.00 | yes | 2026-10-15 | source |
| Word of Life A comprehensive K-8 religious education curriculum that integrates salvation history, Christian anthropology, and heroic virtue to form students in the Catholic faith. | Augustine Institute / Ignatius Press | Grades K-8 | Print textbooks, digital portal, and teacher manuals | Full academic year | $22.95 / student book | yes | 2026-10-15 | source |