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Catechist Formation SeriesWhether you are a veteran catechist, or you are simply interested in one day becoming a catechist, it's important that we continue to learn about our faith so that we may be better teachers of it. The Catechist Formation Series brings together both the "religious" and "education" aspect of Religious Education by introducing and discussing topics that cover elements of our Catholic faith, as well as providing tools and ideas for teaching at various grade levels, for various types of learners.
We meet once a month, on a Saturday, in the church Parlor. Sessions start at 9:00 a.m. Use the registration links below to sign up for however many sessions you'd like!
"The Catechism" with Deacon Mike Hernandez, March 22
"The Creed" with Deacon Jesus Napoles, April 12
"Ignite your Faith" with TBD, May 10
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Teaching ResourcesEach ministry and grade-level has a curriculum that is followed as approved by the diocese. Not one person is the same, and not all students learn the same way, so it's important to provide lesson activites that accomodate all different types of learners. The following resources are teaching supplements that help "enhance" the lesson and its contents. Included are some helpful resources for those catechist wanting to grow and learn more about their ministry.
**Do not abandon the resource if it says "technology is needed for this". If planned in advance, there is a way to make it work.Classroom ResourceTeachers Pay Teachers: Free & pay for hands-on lesson activites; printing may be needed
Formed: Video resources for lessons; technology is needed for this.
Blooket: Used to assess student knowledge of content; technology is needed for this.
Kahoot!: Used to assess student knowledge of content; technology is needed for this.
The Religion Teacher: Lesson plan ideas/supplements specific to sacraments, liturgical seasons, and other events.
Look to Him and Be Radiant: Educational resources for Catholic homes and classrooms.
Board games: We have board games in the parish office that can be checked out ahead of time. Please call or come by to see what is available!Resources for CatechistsCatechism of the Catholic Church-Online Version
A Catechists Journey-Joe Paprocki (website also includes Catechetical webinars)
Catechist Magazine
A Guide for Catechists
Strategies for Special Education-Micah Fikes
Podcasts, specifically Catholic-based content like Councel of Trent, Catholic Answers,
Fr. Mike Schmitz, and Pints with Aquinas
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Come join us!
If you are interested in becoming a catechist, or would like information about any of our programs, please reach out!
- Traditional Faith Formation English Classes (PSR/CCD) and CGS
- Contact Kristin Atkinson at [email protected]
- Traditional Faith Formation Spanish Classes (PSR/CCD) and CGS
- Contact Leonor Spencer at [email protected]
- Edge/Lifeteen-Youth Formation Classes
- Contact Brandon Jaquish at [email protected]
- Sacramental Preparation Classes-Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation, OCIA, OCIA for Children (OCIC).
- Contact Jessica Hignojos at [email protected]
**Background check and Safe Environment training is required**"And this is the job of the Catechist: constantly to go forth to others out of love to bear witness and to talk about Jesus, to proclaim Jesus. This is important because the Lord does it; it is the Lord that impels us to go forth." - Pope Francis - Traditional Faith Formation English Classes (PSR/CCD) and CGS
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