What is Second Hour?
Second Hour is our catechesis program for all youth from first grade through high school to become catechized in the Catholic faith; to prepare for the reception of the sacraments of Reconciliation, Communion and Confirmation; to know, grow and live their faith; and strengthen their relationship with God the Father, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit.
Please register your child(ren) for the 2026-2027 Second Hour year.
Registration fee:
$50 each student for grades 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, & 7
$100 each student for Sacramental grades 2 & 8
$20 each student for grades 9-12
*Make checks payable to St. Mary Catholic Church with Second Hour in the memo line OR online- St. Mary’s online giving- Second Hour Fund with name of child(ren).*
No one is ever denied participation because of the inability to pay. For question or assistance please see St. Mary Business Manager Ann Flory. (419-782-2776)
Below are links to all of the documents discussed at the Second Hour parent meeting on September 9th, 2026.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this information, please contact Johnathon Staudt by our parish phone at 419-782-7121, or by email at secondhour@stmarydefiance.com.
- Second Hour Registration
- Second Hour Significant Dates (from Sept 9 Parent Mtg)
- Commitment to the Safety of Our Children (from Sept 9 Parent Mtg)