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Christian Initiation for Children   [who are over the age of 6 and have never been baptized] [This link takes you to a different section of the website. Click browser back button to return to this page.]

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Prayers and Practices Guide for Parents
Kindergarten and 1st graders should know...
2nd and 3rd graders should know...
4th graders should know...
5th graders should know...

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THANK YOU Our Faith Formation Programs are truly blessed with awesome volunteers who share their faith with our children and youth. These volunteer "catechists, aides and youth leaders" share the gospel message by inviting our youngsters to respond in faith, prayer, worship and community service.

Volunteer Information:       Catechist       Aide       The Call of the Catechist       Purpose of Catechesis

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CATECHIST

4-year olds
Catechists engage the children in age-appropriate activities that allow them to experience the Gospel reading for that week through talking, listening, praying and singing out with love and joy!

5-year olds
Catechists help the children begin to participate in worship with an active surrounding. Storytelling, prayer, and fun activities relate children's own experiences to the Gospel reading for that week.

Elementary, grades 1-5
Catechists plan and teach a 75 minute session following the course of study. Attend catechist formation sessions offered during the year.

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AIDE

4 & 5-year old program or Elementary, Grades 1-5
Ministry Description: Serves as an extra pair of hands. Assist the catechist in the hands-on activities, getting supplies, copies, etc. An aide doesn't necessarily plan or implement the lesson, but is there every week in a supportive and affirming role.

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Qualities Needed . . .	Contact Person - Lyn Pajk
Patience	Associate Director of Children's Faith Formation
Love of Children	835-6777, ext. 233
Sense of Humor

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THE CALL OF THE CATECHIST
Every baptized Catholic is personally called by the Holy Spirit to make their contribution to the coming of God's Kingdom . . .At the origin of the catechist's vocation, therefore, apart from the sacraments of baptism and confirmation, there is a specific call from the Holy Spirit. Read the words of the prophet Isaiah 6:8, "Here I am, send me." Spend some time reflecting of these words.

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PURPOSE OF CATECHESIS
Catechesis is a Greek term that means to "re-echo" or "re-sound." Used in the context of the mission of the Church, catechesis re-echoes or re-sounds the Good News of Jesus Christ. Catechesis includes the intentional and systematic efforts to enable all ages to grow in faith, lifelong discipleship, and conversion, as well as the whole process of initiation into the faith community. Spend some time in prayer.

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If you would like more information, please contact Lyn (835-6777, ext. 233.) We have a wonderful catechetical support system, great resources and plenty to make your teaching experience a real adventure!