“The Spirit is calling men and women to set out and encounter all those who are waiting to discover the beauty, goodness and truth of the Christian faith.” ~Pope Francis
What is a Catechist?
The Catechist is a person of faith who leads others in understanding the faith teachings according to the official teachings of the Church, the Catechism of the Catholic Church. The role of the catechist is a vital ministry to the Church. It is a gift that has tremendous value to the world community at large because through the catechist’s word and action, the message of Christ continues to have a place in all human affairs.
What does a Catechist do?
The primary goal of a catechist is to model God’s love to others. As a result, the primary requisite of a catechist is a love for God and a love for children. A catechist develops a lesson plan and uses that plan to teach in the classroom. By creating the lesson plan the catechist ultimately designs and structures experiences for students that help them grow in their personal faith and spirituality. The catechist passes on to students a set of shared meanings and values that are Catholic and Christian. A catechist also initiates others into the faith community, into its life, its worship, symbols and practices.
Who are our catechists at Corpus Christi Parish?
Our parish catechists come from all walks of life. Each person brings his or her own unique experiences and gifts to the program. All of them go through a child protection program training and are background checked.
Interested in becoming a Catechist?
- Please email cnjcorpuschristi@gmail.com
- Obtain a Catechist Diocesan Certification
- Instructions on how to do your Virtus training and schedule your fingerprints appointment: Click Here
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