Summer Catechetical Workshop: August 14
Father Martin Padovani presents: Sacraments of Healing
Parish covers the cost for Good Counsel catechists. RSVP requested.
Click for details: Catechetical Workshop 2012
Catechists’ Certification sessions
Click below for a current detailed listing of Level I, II, and III certification sessions available in the Diocese.
Level I – January 2012 – June 2012
Level II and III – January 2012 to June 2012
Catechists are honored for their work.
The Role of the Catechist
Catechists who are truly effective are practicing Catholics who participate in weekly Eucharistic worship and prepare for their apostolate through personal prayer and regular participation in professional development workshops. The workshops will offer sound theology, classroom management skills, an understanding of appropriate age / grade level curriculum objectives and a practical use of textbooks and resources to supplement their teaching.
Diocese of Trenton: Elementary Religion Curriculum Guidelines, February 2012
Basic Requirements :
- Be a practicing Catholic, attend Mass on Sundays and Holy days, and hold to the basic doctrine of the Catholic faith.
- If married, married within the Church.
- Have a desire to share his/her faith with others.
- Be able and willing to prepare and to teach each classroom lesson.
- Observe the parish policies with regard to Religious Education.
Diocesan Requirements:
- Initial meeting with Director of Religious Education or Pastor
- Complete Catechist Information Form
- Sign Volunteer Code of Conduct
- Complete Background Check requirements
- Participate in Virtus Training Session
Ongoing Education:
- All catechists are encouraged to obtain their certification. Level I, II and III certification is offered at Good Counsel and within the Diocese.
- Opportunities for in-services, workshops, and evenings of prayer are announced in the weekly folders, bulletin, and on parish web site. All are encouraged to participate.
Teen Helpers
Students, grade 7 and higher, are welcomed to assist in classrooms.
Please print Teen Volunteers Service Guidelines and submit the Teen Volunteer Form to the RE Office.