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No methodology, no matter how well tested, can dispense with the person of the catechist in every phase of the catechetical process. The charism given to him by the Spirit, a solid spirituality and transparent witness of life, constitutes the soul of every method." General Directory for Catechesis #156

Upcoming Catechist Meeting

Start of the Year Meetings:

Start of the Year Catechist Meeting Sunday, Sep 12 9:00-11:00 St. Ann's Hall We'll begin with breakfast at 9:00. The workshop will be from 9:20-11:00 AM.

Orientation for New Catechists These workshops are designed for new catechists to show them how to use the teacher manuals, go over the nuts & bolts of the program--where supplies are, how to request materials, discipline issues, and lots more, and to provide the introductory Safe Environment training that all those working with youth must receive. There are three options (please choose one)-two designed for those working with Kinder- 6th graders and one for the preschool level. Please let us know in advance which you plan to attend.
- Thurs. Sep 2 7-9 PM for those working with 1st-6th Grade
- Thurs. Sep 9 7-9 PM for those working with 1st-6th Grade
- Tues. Sep 14 7-9 PM for those working with Preschool (3 & 4 Yr. Olds) & Kinder

VASE refresher session Tuesday, Sep 14 8-9 PM in Room 1 on the second floor of the Parish Center Those working with youth need this refresher every three years.

Office & Security Volunteers Monday, Sep 13 7-8PM in Room 1 on the second floor of the Parish Center.

Quarterly Meetings:

Tuesday, Oct 26 7-8 PM St. Ann's Hall
Sunday, Jan 2 9-11 AM Catechist Retreat St. Ann's Hall
Tuesday, Feb 8 7:30-8:30 PM St. Ann's Hall

Catechist Formation Opportunities
We use the Echoes of Faith program for level I catechist formation and certification. This program combines video presentations by some of the top people in the country in the various areas with a participants workbook and small group discussion to provide a wonderful balance between content and integration. This program consists of a total of 10 courses. Five 8 hour courses that focus on deepening the participants understanding of our faith (the theological modules) and five 5 hour courses that focus on deepening our understanding of the catechesis and the tools needed to be a more effective catechist. These are offered on an ongoing cycle and are open to all. Below is a listing of all the courses

Be sure to pick up a workbook before these classes, view the first session, and complete the assigned pages. The workbook needs to be picked up here even if you are attending at another parish.

******In addition to the Echoes of Faith Workshops catechists must also take Foundations in Catechesis before beginning Level II workshops.

Upcoming Echoes Workshops at Sts. Peter & Paul
Intro to the Learner Tuesdays Oct 12 & Nov 9 7-9 PM
Prayer and Spirituality Tuesdays Jan 4, 11, 25 & Thursday, Feb 3 7-9 PM

Upcoming Echoes Workshops at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Selma
MethodsSat. Oct 9 8-Noon
Intro to the Learner Sat Nov 13 8-Noon
Getting Started as a Catechist Sat Nov 13 12:30-4:30
Roles of the CatechistSat Feb 12 8-Noon
Person of the Catechist Sat Feb 12 12:30-4:30

Level II Catechist Workshops

Liturgy Tuesdays Sep 21, Oct 5, 19, Nov 2, 16, 30 at Sts. Peter & Paul Instructor: Mary Raley. Sessions will be in Parish Library of the Parish Center here at Sts. Peter and Paul from 6:30-9PM

Christian Living: Discipleship & Morality Tuesdays, Jan 11, 25, Feb 8, 22, Mar 8, 22 Instructor: Julie Krug. Session will be in Parish Library of the Parish Center, here at Sts. Peter and Paul from 6:30-9PM.

The Church and its History Thursdays, June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, and July 7 Instructor: Suzy Krisek Sessions will be at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Selma from 6:30-9PM

Coming next year:
Fall 2011 Sacraments
Spring 2012 Maturing in Faith

Don't forget to register with findinggod.org as a catechist using the code in your manual for additional support and activities.

Have you joined the catechist's group at flocknotes to get weekly updates on what is happening?

Need to send in a Material Request for a coming class?

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List your class section and the date needed. Please send these in at least by Tuesday of the week needed. Christine normally fills the requests and is not in every day. This allows time to pick up any needed supplies.