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Why Catechesis? What does Catechism Mean?"Catechesis is nothing other than the process of transmitting the Gospel, as the Christian community has received it, understands it, celebrates it, lives it and communicates it in many ways." (General Directory for Catechesis #105)
Catechesis is the act of handing on the Word of God to help form the faith community and enquirers to the Church about the teachings of Christ, transmitted by the Apostles to the Church. Catechesis also involves the lifelong effort of forming people into witnesses to Christ and opening their hearts to the spiritual transformation given by the Holy Spirit. A catechism is the name given to a written work that contains a summary of all the beliefs of the faith that is used as a teaching tool. The sessions that are prepared for children, youth and adults are commonly known as catechism classes. |
Note: Families with children in grade 2, 3 or 6. Please keep Thursday evenings open on your family schedules for the required 6-8 sessions for First Reconciliation, First Eucharist, or Confirmation parent & child sessions.
If you were unable to attend one of the September Family Faith formation faith formation registration sessions, please contact our Family Faith Formation Coordinator to learn more about our Family Faith Formation program.
SACRAMENT PREPARATION SCHEDULES
First Reconciliation/First Confession Preparation (Grade 2 or older) has concluded for 2019/2020.
Confirmation Preparation (Grade 6 or older) begins January 16, 2020.*
First Eucharist/First Communion Preparation (Grade 3 or older) begins April 16, 2020.*
* to participate in sacrament preparation programs children and parents must meet the archdiocesan policy for catechesis with requirements of ongoing sessions (in Catholic School or Parish), specific sacramental catechesis for the child(ren), specific adult catechesis for the parent(s).
2019-2020 Fees
Ongoing Catechesis (Sunday Catechism Classes) $50/child or $75/family
Immediate Catechesis (Sacrament Preparation) $40/child or $60/family
Cheques payable to: St. Joseph the Worker Parish
Children will not be denied faith formation based on financial reasons.
Contact our Family Faith Formation Coordinator if you have any questions. Fees are not eligible as a donation.
If you were unable to attend one of the September Family Faith formation faith formation registration sessions, please contact our Family Faith Formation Coordinator to learn more about our Family Faith Formation program.
SACRAMENT PREPARATION SCHEDULES
First Reconciliation/First Confession Preparation (Grade 2 or older) has concluded for 2019/2020.
Confirmation Preparation (Grade 6 or older) begins January 16, 2020.*
First Eucharist/First Communion Preparation (Grade 3 or older) begins April 16, 2020.*
* to participate in sacrament preparation programs children and parents must meet the archdiocesan policy for catechesis with requirements of ongoing sessions (in Catholic School or Parish), specific sacramental catechesis for the child(ren), specific adult catechesis for the parent(s).
2019-2020 Fees
Ongoing Catechesis (Sunday Catechism Classes) $50/child or $75/family
Immediate Catechesis (Sacrament Preparation) $40/child or $60/family
Cheques payable to: St. Joseph the Worker Parish
Children will not be denied faith formation based on financial reasons.
Contact our Family Faith Formation Coordinator if you have any questions. Fees are not eligible as a donation.
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As you discern the call to serve as a catechist, it might help to take a peek at some catechists in action to see what it looks and feels like to do this work. The Catechists in Action series visits catechists in their parishes and shares videos of their classes so that you can get a taste of this ministry. To arrange an informal meeting with our coordinator to learn more.
Email: stjw505@gmail.com Subject: Catechist |
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Ongoing CatechesisOur ongoing parish programs run from October to May on Sunday mornings.
This program is held during the regular catechism program, 9:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Sunday mornings (families are encouraged to attend the 11:00 a.m. Mass immediately following). Children (pre-K to teens) have fun learning about God, praying, serving and developing their own spirituality at their cognitive levels. For more information about our catechetical programs and other resources, click here. For more information on the catechetical policies of our Archdiocese, click here. If you have any questions about our family faith programs, please contact our Coordinator, Koreen, at stjw505@gmail.com or 204-594-0273. |
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Family CatechesisApproximately once a month we offer sessions for the whole family.
Our Family Faith Formation programs are opportunities for families to learn and grow together in faith. These Family Catechesis sessions have interaction time within your family and with other families in our community. |
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Sacramental Catechesis The sacrament preparation program is for school aged children or teens as they prepare for the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation or Reconciliation and their families. Please contact our Coordinator, Koreen, at stjw505@gmail.com or 204-594-0273 to register today.
All children must complete requirements of the Archdiocese of Saint Boniface Catechetical Policy before receiving the Sacraments. |
