Catechetical Ministry
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The Call of the Catechist
GOD NEED YOU TO SHARE YOUR FAITH AND TO PROCLAIM THE GOOD NEWSThe apostolic work of the catechist springs from the sacrament of Baptism. The call to the ministry of catechist is a vocation, an interior call, the voice of the Holy Spirit. Catechists need to be practicing Catholics who participate fully in the communal worship and life of the Church and who have been prepared for their apostolate by appropriate catechetical training. Their commissioning by the Church is a participation in the divine calling to teach as Jesus did.
-Nat'l Directory of Catechesis, 228-9
Volunteers are welcome and trained
These volunteers will prepare creative lesson plans to inspire children to understand and live their Catholic Faith. Teachers should be active Catholics who participate in weekly liturgy and the sacramental life of the Church.
As a catechist, you will lead young people to an understanding of Catholic Faith and to encourage them and their families to participate actively in the parish community. You will prepare organized and creative lesson plans to provide information, promote formation and instruct in the Catholic Faith. You should be able to communicate well with parents and children, and to motivate them.
The classes take place on Saturday mornings from 10:00-11:30 from September through May. Training is available.Background check and fingerprinting is a requirement.