https://smmre.org/registration daily 0.75 2021-05-19 https://smmre.org/home daily 1.0 2025-05-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f08f52a730b8a00d1378641/1597108228630-UUL6L1QWXVGXBNRWAVWA/IMG_8180.jpg Home - Our Teachers There is a small village behind the St. Mary Magdalen Religious Education program, and that village is called community. We have priests, deacons, catechists, assistants, teen helpers and family members. We even have young curriculum testers ensuring all of our lessons are age appropriate, engaging and worthy of a final thumbs up by the children themselves. One shoe does not fit all. We strive to meet the diverse needs of all children entrusted to our care in their Journey with Jesus and His church. All of our onsite catechists and assistants meet Archdiocesan guidelines, are Virtus certified and in good moral standing with the Church. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f08f52a730b8a00d1378641/1596598202124-MYKVX6GQ4CADBZQYS0M5/IMG_2549.jpg Home - Environment St. Mary Magdalen Religious Education firmly believes in the benefits of creating a safe, welcoming and intriguing environment for all classes and gatherings. Wouldn’t we agree that a good book is even better with wonderful illustrations? Why should the classroom atmosphere be any different? An engaging class session has a story to tell! Let's make it a best seller for Him. We spend a considerable amount of time exploring ways to incorporate sights, sounds and oftentimes even aroma enhancements (fresh baked goods) into our class environment. Church should be an extension of a happy home, and if the children can experience a sense of comfort when entering the hall for class then we have achieved our goal. Our hope is for every child to feel loved and welcomed! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f08f52a730b8a00d1378641/1597118920535-180P80H7FBMCLAEQC5ME/IMG_3180.jpg Home - Empowering God’s Children We at St. Mary Magdalen Religious Education are committed to your child’s safety and well-being. We recognize how important it is to “empower” our children and young people with the knowledge and understanding of ways to keep themselves and others safe from potential harm. The Empowering God’s Children and Young People© Safety Program is provided by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles as an ongoing effort to educate children and young people through classroom lessons and activities on ways to maintain their own personal safety. It is based on catechetical principals to help them know they are loved by God and that He wants them to be healthy and safe. Each year here at St. Mary Magdalen Religious Education we rely upon Ephesians 2:10 to serve as a solid foundation in implementing the Safety Program … “We are God’s original Masterpiece.” Each person is created in the image and likeness of God. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f08f52a730b8a00d1378641/1597101336446-IYV2AIJKWGOJ9PK7OX70/bts.jpeg Home - Behind the Scenes The moment a lesson is created all hands are on deck to bring your child the best experience. We design, we brainstorm, we shop, we build, we clean, we pray and we anticipate the moment your child walks in that door with wide eyes and an open heart https://smmre.org/our-team daily 0.75 2025-05-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f08f52a730b8a00d1378641/927e5558-aedb-4a65-832a-2114dffa80d6/IMG_2813.jpg Our Team - Nora Kohlbeck Nora shares that she has had the joy and privilege of serving in the St. Mary Magdalen Religious Education program for many years, “Seeing the children of all ages learn of the love of the Lord is both rewarding and inspirational.” Nora is our official prayer tester. Upon entry of the classroom the children are invited to take a seat in ‘Nora’s living room’ where they are welcomed by a big heart and bright smile. Dear to Nora’s heart is from the Gospel of Matthew: ‘Let the children come to me and do not prevent them: For the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.’ Matthew 19:14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f08f52a730b8a00d1378641/74355408-1dd2-4c15-9f5d-29a9d7fc0404/IMG_2814.jpg Our Team - Toni Rodriguez Toni is a mother of three and grandmother of nine. She has been living in Camarillo since 1962. One of her fondest childhood memories is walking with her mother to St. Mary Magdalen Chapel for Mass. Upon Toni’s retirement she decided it was time to give back to her church. She began volunteering in Religious Education several years ago and has become a cherished and loved member of the TEAM! ‘Train the young, in the way they should go; even when old, they will not swerve from it.’ Proverbs 22:6 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f08f52a730b8a00d1378641/d494bc20-1105-4b64-bea0-487fcd318f37/Bil+Helen+IMG_3417.jpg Our Team - Bill and Helen Elsenpeter Meet our faithful husband and wife TEAM members. Bill diligently reports to the church hall every Tuesday morning to join our humble set up crew to arrange 65 plus desks and chairs for the children. Its takes commitment and patience to set the environment and arrange the supplies for all of the activities for the week. Helen joins the afternoon crew to welcome the families and assist the children with our lessons at hand. Helen’s sweet demeanor and soft spoken approach makes everyone feel at ease and at home! Both Helen and Bill are long standing active members of St. Mary Magdalen Parish. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f08f52a730b8a00d1378641/53ab3d0e-8ce8-41ee-83af-de277f38ad8b/IMG_1671.jpg Our Team - Barbara Sandrasagra | Terry Oliver The dymanic duo of ‘Barbara and Terry’ lead our Explorer program, continued Religious Education for those who have already received their First Holy Communion. Both Barbara and Terry’s children and grandchildren have journeyed through the St. Mary Magdalen Religious Education program over the last several years. Barbara and Terry are seasoned, skilled catechists who understand full well the importance of an interactive passionate program! Both ladies cherish and embrace their Catholic Faith and welcome you and your families to continue “exploring” the Church through the life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f08f52a730b8a00d1378641/1597103735813-OH1V55DD13PPKD59TLX1/elodia%2Bteacher%2Bpic.jpg Our Team - Elodia Marquez Elodia has been an active member of the St. Mary Magdalen Community for more than 36 years. She worked in the after school program at St. Mary Magdalen Parish School for two years and later transitioned to the Religious Education Program. She is very happy to be actively teaching the children God's word. Elodia has been a part of the The Most Blessed Sacrament group since 2015 and makes it her mission to remember all of our families in prayer. She is a Sunday usher and joyfully welcomes all of your children to the Lord’s table! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f08f52a730b8a00d1378641/2781faec-26b6-43f1-87d9-837db0fedd62/IMG_0932+2.jpg Our Team - Rebecca Tellez | Carmen Leon Rebecca is one of our dedicated teen volunteers, and her journey with St. Mary Magdalen has come full circle. She received her First Holy Communion here as a young child not so many years ago, and today, she continues to bless our parish with her faith and service. Rebecca is an active member of the High School Schola, where she lends her beautiful soprano voice to our choir. She also serves on the Parish Respect Life Committee, showing a deep commitment to living out Catholic values. At such a young age, Rebecca is a shining example of what it means to live your faith through love and service. We are so grateful for her joyful presence and inspiring dedication. Carmen has been a faithful parishioner at St. Mary Magdalen for over 40 years. A devoted educator in the Camarillo public schools, she brings the same spirit of service and care to our parish community. For most of her adult life, Carmen has served as a Eucharistic Minister and Sacristan, offering her time and dedication to the heart of our liturgical celebrations. Her quiet, steadfast presence and commitment to both education and faith are a true blessing to our parish family. ‘I believed firmly that I have the strength for everything through him who empowers me.’ Phil 4: 13. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f08f52a730b8a00d1378641/baa25e99-4d54-40cf-8ea6-27277d6707d9/IMG_2946.jpg Our Team - Deacon Pat Carman Deacon Pat Carman is a longtime parishioner of St. Mary Magdalen Church. He made his First Holy Communion right here at Saint Mary Magdalen. As a young man in his teens he assisted with catechism classes and was a proud member of the first guitar mass here at our church! Deacon Pat is a family man with three grown daughters and six grandchildren. He was called to be a Deacon and he said, "yes". After five years of discernment and study, along with his wife Kathi, he was ordained in June 2021. He says he gets to do what brings him the most joy … serving God and serving God’s children. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f08f52a730b8a00d1378641/c83f2bce-2f74-46a3-9dd4-601fab6f9c12/IMG_1403+%281%29.jpg Our Team - Colleen Schulze Colleen has been teaching Religious Education in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles for over 35 years. She has four children and five grandchildren. She has spent many years leading Youth Ministry and guiding young adults to the Sacrament of Confirmation. Colleen continues to hold several teen / adult workshops a year on the Eucharist. She enjoys living out her vocation in the Catholic Church through ministry. Colleen would like to welcome you and your children on a Journey with Jesus! ‘See that you do not despise one of these little ones; for I tell you that in heaven their angels always behold the face of my Father who is in heaven.’ Matthew 18:10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f08f52a730b8a00d1378641/1596599299317-U1CK7EP9FDB6MJT76M3J/judith.jpg Our Team - Judith Santillian Tobias Keene, D.D.S. Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Tobias Keene brings a bit of unabashed Southern hospitality to all his patients. He moved to Washington, D.C. over thirty years ago as a freshman at Ivy College. Right after graduation, he attended World University’s School of Dentistry. Before opening Keene Dental in 1994, he worked for free clinics and some of the finest practices in the District. He is part of the 123 Dental Association and stays up-to-date on the latest dental discoveries. 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