At St. Gregory the Great Family Faith Formation, students are encouraged to learn in an environment where they experience a sense of community, celebrate the sacraments, and learn the truths of their Catholic Faith to help them become living disciples of Christ. Our Staff is here to support you in your role as the primary teachers of your children. You are always welcome to come to us with your concerns and suggestions. We are here to serve you!
First day of class: September 21 Note: There will be a Family Assembly; one parent please attend.
• Little Cherubs/Pre-K 4 (9:00 am-10:15 am)
• Gr K-8 (9:00 am-10:15 am)
First day of class: September 23 Note: There will be a Family Assembly; one parent please attend.
• Little Cherubs/Pre-K 4 (4:30 pm-5:45 pm)
• Gr. K – 4 (4:30 pm-5:45 pm)
• Gr. 5-10 (7:00 pm -8:15 pm)
First day of class: September 19
Little Cherubs/Pre-K 4, Gr. K – 10 (6:15 pm – 7:45 pm)
First day of class: September 22
Little Cherubs/Pre-K 4, Gr. K – 10 (11:00 am – 12:30 pm)
Monday-Thursday from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm, and when classes are in session.
Easter Break: There are no FFF Classes and the FFF Office will be closed from April 3-11.
250 St. Gregory Court
Williamsville, NY 14221
Phone: (716) 688-5760
Fax: (716) 639-8251
Michael Ruszala, DRE
(716) 688-5760, ext. 358
mruszala@stgregs.org
Kathy Tufillaro
Grades 1-4 Coordinator
(716) 688-5760, ext. 361
ktufillaro@stgregs.org
Megan Looney
Grades 5-8 Coordinator
(716) 688-5760, ext. 360
mlooney@stgregs.org
“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations.” -Matthew 28:19
Catechists play a vital role in passing on the teachings of our Catholic faith and help our young parishioners grow in their relationship with Jesus. We will need Catechists for Disciple Camp, our summer faith formation program for grades 5 through 10. Come be part of something meaningful-consider volunteering to teach and make a lasting difference in the lives of our youth. All lesson plans, materials, training and support are provided.
Disciple Camp is scheduled for June 29 and 30, July 1, 2 and 3, from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. Catechists can volunteer for the whole day, or for a morning or afternoon shift. We also need lunch monitors. Please consider answering the call to share our faith and help shape the next generations of disciples. If you are interested or just want more information, please contact Michael Ruszala at the FFF Office. It’s a great way to be involved!
Coming Soon…Registration for Disciple Camp is from May 1-31. Disciple Camp is our Faith Formation Summer Program for Grades 5-10 on June 29 and 30, July 1,2 and 3, from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. For more information, click here.
Children are welcome to register any time during the year for Parish Children’s Choir.
Students in Grades 4 – 10 can participate in Family Masses as Lectors, Greeters, or Ushers. Download Family Mass Schedule
We need High School Volunteers for Vacation Bible School from July 13-17. We need volunteers to be crew leaders and to assist with games, crafts, snacks, and more. Volunteers MUST be present from 8:30 am – 12:30 pm Monday – Thursday and from 8:30 am – 12:45 pm on Friday during VBS week and also attend one training session. Volunteers must commit for the whole week; you cannot volunteer for just one or two days. No one will be allowed to leave early. Volunteers will be credited for 20 hours of service. Volunteers must submit the online HS Volunteer Form and attend ONE of two VBS Training sessions:
Dates for VBS Training
You must attend ONE of the following sessions in the School Gym in order to volunteer:
Saturday, June 13, 9:00 am-10:30 am, OR
Monday, June 15 from 7:00 pm-8:30 pm
Other Volunteer Options: If you cannot commit to the full week, other opportunities to volunteer for VBS include VBS decorating, and there is also a VBS Set up day on Saturday, July 11 from 9:00 am – 11:00 am. in the School. Email Michael Ruszala to volunteer for Decorations and/or for the VBS Set up Day.
Click here for other Service Opportunities.
THE SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION will be celebrated on Tuesday, May 19, at 7:00 pm at St. Greg’s with Bishop Michael Fisher! Our whole group will be confirmed that evening. If you cannot make this date, we can arrange for Confirmation with another family of parishes.
Each year, families make a good-will offering toward the beautiful flower arrangements for the Confirmation Mass and we print a memorial of the names of loved ones in the Confirmation program. Please use this link to make a Flower Memorial Donation.
All students and parents are encouraged to participate in our ongoing service and outreach projects. You can check back each month for opportunities to participate.
Little Cherubs is our Preschool Faith Formation program that runs from September through April. Children must be at least 4 years old and potty trained. Classes are on Saturdays from 9:00 am to 10:30 am (during Weekly Family Faith Formation classes). There is a flat fee of $50 for the school year.
Weekly faith formation classes are held on Mondays from mid-September through March; times are as follows:
PreK-4 through Gr. 4:
4:30 pm -5:45 pm
Gr. 5-10: 7:00 pm -8:15 pm
There are Parent-Student Assemblies during the first 20 minutes of classes on the following dates: September 22, November 3, January 5, and March 9. Parents, please attend all Parent Assemblies.
If you have a child(ren) in both the 4:30 pm and 7:00 pm class sessions, please attend one Assembly that day.
TUITION:
One child $100
Two children $175
Three children $225
Four+ children $275
Price breaks for families are applicable ONLY if all of your children are in the same program.
Non-Parishioner rate is $250 per student.
Online Registration starts on May 1.
Generations of Faith (GOF) is based on the concept that the parents are the primary Catechists and that the community is nourished together by the Sunday Gospel readings. Homework is done during the month. Come in person for a monthly meal, prayer, reflection, and classes for the children while parents hear from an engaging speaker.
2026-2027 Times/Dates for GOF: TBA
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Michael Ruszala: mruszala@stgregs.org
Classes run in-person once a month from September – April, with three additional at-home sessions. At least ONE parent must attend in-person sessions along with the child. GOF dates, September-April are TBA for 2026-2027. Please check back in the coming days for full schedules.
Online Registration is from June 1-5.
Please NOTE: Registration is limited to 45 families per session and each session will close once capacity is reached.
Contact Michael Ruszala at (716) 688-5760 or mruszala@stgregs.org for other program options.
TUITION:
One child $195
Two children $250
Three children $295
Four+ children $350
Price breaks for families are applicable ONLY if all of your children are in the same program.
This week-long FFF summer program has 35 hours of instruction based on the curriculum guidelines for the Diocese of Buffalo. It is meant to fulfill religious education requirements for the year.
In a summer camp-like setting, lessons are enriched with music, prayer, speakers, outside activities, crafts, and more. Lessons are based on an active learning process in which religious knowledge is experienced in various ways, encompassing all styles of learning.
Disciple Camp Dates: June 29, 30, and July 1-3, from 9:00am – 4:00 pm
Online Registration: May 1-31
At Vacation Bible School (VBS), kids experience the extraordinary love of God in fun and unforgettable ways by visiting various stations. We start each day with energizing, fun and faith-boosting music! A different Bible Point is reinforced through Bible stories, songs, and hands-on activities. Our week-long camp culminates with a jubilant closing celebration and ice cream social in which students put on a final show for their families.
VBS is for children, ages 4 years old through rising 5th Graders.
VBS dates: July 13-17, 2026
Online Registration begins April 18
Don't wait... save a spot! Please register as soon as you are able, to enable us to order books and materials and ensure sure we have enough trained Catechists!
Please do not wait for school, dance, or sports teams to release their schedule before you register for FFF classes. It is easier for us to make schedule changes for a registered student than to find space for a student who waited to register.
If you have special circumstances or cannot make payment for registration, please contact our Office as soon as possible.
Please know that no family will be prevented from attending classes because of inability to pay. Please contact the FFF Office at (716) 688-5760 for information.
Please contact the FFF Office at (716) 688-5760 as soon as possible so we can help you catch them up over the summer.
IMPORTANT: One issue we tend to have with online registration is that families hit "submit" multiple times. This can cause your card to be charged each time, and then we need to process a refund. Please hit "submit" one time only. If you feel there is a problem with the registration going through, call the Office right away. We will take your information and verify your spot in your chosen program.
TIP: Please use your computer (not your iPhone or Chrome Book).
For any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Michael Ruszala at mruszala@stgregs.org
Our Faith Formation Programs welcomes and includes children who have emotional, physical or learning disabilities. Students are mainstreamed or, if necessary are taught on a one-on-one basis during our regularly scheduled class times.
We also provide adaptive preparation materials for the Sacraments of First Reconciliation, First Communion and Confirmation.
Catholic school religious education is completed at a Catholic school.
However, during Grade 9, students must register with our program to ensure they will receive all Confirmation-related notifications including important information, regarding retreats and service requirements.
For any other questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Michael Ruszala at mruszala@stgregs.org.
The parish community must continue to be the prime mover and preeminent place for catechesis.
We invite you to discover meaningful faith enrichment opportunities where young hearts can come together, strengthen their connections to parish life, and develop their relationships with God.
Students in Grades 4 – 10 can participate in the Family Masses as Lectors, Greeters, or Ushers. NOTE: If you are in the Parish Children’s Choir, please check with Mrs. Erdman before you volunteer for the Family Mass. Generally, during a Mass, you should participate in one ministry. View the Family Mass schedule. (2025-2026 will be posted in late August.)
Rosary Club is for FFF Grades 5-10. Learn how to make rosaries! Join us from 6:15 pm – 7:00 pm in the School Cafeteria, just before Monday classes. You can get service hours for helping! Rosary Club dates: December 1, January 5, February 2 and on March 16.
Inquire about our Family Religion Review, which leads up to sacrament prep and integration with peer level faith formation. It’s a great opportunity for families to rediscover their faith within a small community setting.
Contact Family Faith Formation at (716) 688-5760.