Confirmation is the final stage of initiation into the Church. With the Sacrament comes the grace from God to embrace the faith more fully to be a witness for Christ in the world.  Confirmation is a two-year High School program. Preparation may begin in the 9th grade. Students must be at least 15 years old to receive Confirmation. Click here for the latest news on our Faith Formation blog!

Religious Education Calendars

Sacramental Preparation
https://sanluisreyparish.org/sacramental-preparation-calendar/

Sunday 1-5th Grade Calendar
https://sanluisreyparish.org/sunday-830-a-m-calendar/

Middle School 6-8
https://sanluisreyparish.org/middle-school-calendar/

Pre-Confirmation Calendar
https://sanluisreyparish.org/tuesday-pre-confirmation-calendar/

Confirmation Two
https://sanluisreyparish.org/tuesday-confirmation-two-calendar/

RCIA
https://sanluisreyparish.org/rcia-family-calendar/


Meet Our Faith Formation Staff / Conozca a nuestro personal de formación de fe


Rev. Salvador Mejia, OFM, MDiv. : Confirmation & High School

Rev. Salvador Mejia, OFM, MDiv.

Confirmation & High School

760-547-0731
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Rev. Salvador Mejia, OFM, MDiv.

Confirmation & High School
I am Salvador Mejia. I was born in a small town in Mexico that was founded by the Franciscans in 1526. I grew up immersed in Franciscan spirituality with the love, care, and family values that were provided by my loving family. As a poor family, we experienced many challenges. But we were also witnesses of God's love and care. I joined the Franciscan minor Seminary when I was 14 years old. After 4 years of studies I had to leave the Seminary and work to help my family. I came to this country as an immigrant and worked hard in all kinds of jobs, especially in the restaurant and hotel business. In this country, I had the opportunity to meet wonderful people who helped me and advised me that education was the door to success. I started by taking ESL classes at a community college and continued my education. I worked in a Franciscan Parish in Oakland California and finished my Masters of Divinity at the Franciscan School of Theology in Berkeley California. In 2017, I was officially admitted to the formation program in the Order of Friars Minor of the Saint Barbara Province. Today I am a joyful man who responded to God's call to serve him as a vowed religious. I am thankful to God my family and all of you beautiful friends for your love prayers and support. (Note: Brother Salvador Mejia, OFM was ordained as a priest for our parish by Bishop Cardinal Robert McElroy on Wednesay, June 7th, 2023. Click here for a YouTube video of his ordination, presided by His Eminence Cardinal Robert McElroy.)
Sandra Dominguez : Director of Religious Education, Elementary & Middle School

Sandra Dominguez

Director of Religious Education, Elementary & Middle School

760-547-0715
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Sandra Dominguez

Director of Religious Education, Elementary & Middle School
I was born and raised in Oceanside CA. I’ve been a parishioner at St. Mary’s Star of the Sea since I was a child.   My faith role models are my parents.  As a child, my dad would share biblical stories and evangelize my siblings and me through simple family dinner conversations. That is where the seeds of faith were planted, where I grew to love my faith and felt the desire to share it with others. I volunteered in Youth Ministry for fifteen years, teaching Confirmation, planning retreats, and attending and coordinating trips like Steubenville, Camp Emmaus, Synergy, and LA Youth Day. I also worked with young adults planning youth groups, bible study, praise and worship services, youth masses, Eucharistic Adoration, and fellowship events. In Religious Education, I’ve taught children from grades preschool through eighth grade. I’ve seen many of my former students go to college, get married, start a family and continue living out their faith. Watching the children and youth who have been a part of my catechetical journey grow up and serve the Church is one of the most rewarding feelings. I started working at the parish in December of 2016 as the admin for the faith formation office. I then transferred to the Mission and worked as the admin and HR for 2 years. I am now back at the parish happy to reunite with the amazing catechists and families of our community. I am currently working towards my certificate in Catechetical Ministry from the Diocesan Institute of San Diego. I am married to my wonderful husband Giovanni. We have three wonderful children, two of which have special needs. My father was ordained a Deacon three years ago, I am so proud of him. My favorite pastimes are singing, reading, and spending time with my family. Please pray for me and our entire catechetical team.
Leslie Garcia : Administrative Assistant for the Office of Religious Education

Leslie Garcia

Administrative Assistant for the Office of Religious Education

760-547-0716
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Leslie Garcia

Administrative Assistant for the Office of Religious Education
Mission San Luis Rey Parish welcomes Miss Leslie Garcia. She joins our staff as our new Administrative Assistant for the Office of Religious Education. Leslie has been an active member of our youth ministry and now shares her love for the Church in this new position. She will be the welcoming face of the Religious Education Office and will assist you with all questions pertaining to our different faith formation and sacramental programs. Welcome, Miss Leslie!
Sandy Contreras : Religious Education Coordinator

Sandy Contreras

Religious Education Coordinator

760-547-0756
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Sandy Contreras

Religious Education Coordinator
Martha Garcia : Confirmation Coordinator

Martha Garcia

Confirmation Coordinator

760-547-0712
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Martha Garcia

Confirmation Coordinator

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