Volunteer Ministry & Catechists
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Volunteer Ministry & Catechists
We are always in need of PEOPLE who are willing to share their time and talents to make the ministry of “catechesis” happen. No role is too big or too small, as ALL contribute to the formation process in one way or another:
…..classroom teachers….. substitute teachers….. classroom aide….. office helper….. hall monitors….. hospitality work….. photographer….. technology supporter….. special event helper
Please consider sharing your time in some way with us.
I am interested in helping SCL Catechetical Ministry. Please contact me so we can talk.So, what is a catechist, exactly?
The word catechist comes from a Greek word meaning "to echo". Catechists echo the Word of God to the children of our parish. Catechists come from all walks of life and are all ages. They are ordinary people, just like you, who generously volunteer their time to share our Catholic faith, values, and traditions with our youngest generation of Christians and to walk beside/bear witness to them. They are positive role models who help children grow in faith, spirituality and their relationship with God. Their gift of time and talents has tremendous value... because through their words, actions, and expression of love for their students, the message of Jesus Christ continues to spread throughout the world."Catechists are people who keep the memory of God alive;
they keep it alive in themselves and are able to revive it in others."
~Pope Francis
"Faith formation is more than a subject to be taught - it is an invitation to a way of life."
~Joe Paprocki, DiM and Catholic authorCould I be a Catechist?
Do you:- Love God and want to know Him better?
- Do you want to instill that love of God in others?
- Enjoy children and want to be a good role model for them?
- Want to share your faith and help others grow in their faith?
- Want to help children develop a relationship with God through Jesus Christ?
If you answered to “yes” to any of these questions, it may mean thatThe Faith Formation Program is always in need of volunteer catechists/co-catechists, classroom aides and substitutes to help spread the Good News and share the Catholic faith with our parish children.
God is calling you to be a Catechist!
"And this is the job of the catechist: constantly go forth to others out of love to bear witness and to talk about Jesus, to proclaim Jesus. This is important because the Lord does it; it is the Lord that impels us to go forward."Qualifications
~Pope Francis- To have a desire to share your faith and love for Jesus with children and young people
- To be able to relate comfortably with children and young people
- To share God’s love and convey Jesus’ teachings non-judgmentally
- To take part in the sacramental life of the Church, including being a Confirmed Catholic
- To complete the Safe Environment training (and all updates) required by the Diocese of Pittsburgh.
St. Catherine Laboure’s grades K-6 Faith Formation program uses Augustine Institute’s Word of Life curriculum whose common theme throughout is “to live virtuously, in communion with God.” The curriculum contains thorough lesson plans which a catechist can enhance if they wish.
Grades 7 & 8 Confirmation prep children utilize Ascension Press’ video based Chosen program over two years. The lead catechist introduces the video topic and then summarizes the video topic. Along with a second team leader, the class is broken into smaller groups for deeper discussion based on the topic.
Please consider offering your time and talents in one of the rewarding opportunities offered including facilitating a class (catechist), providing classroom assistance/support (co-catechist and aides), substituting when needed during our sessions.
Faith Formation Catechists and ALL Invited…..The ministry of CATECHESIS is one where we are called to literally “echo and re-echo the GOOD NEWS of Jesus Christ!” A CATECHIST is one who serves as a witness for Christ in ordinary things that occur in everyday living.
As Pope Francis tells us, “A Catechist is one who is called by God in very simple ways, to lead all people to encounter the Living Christ!…Catechists and ALL of us are called to proclaim the announcement of God’s love, and participate fully in the Life of Christ!” This “work” happens every day, everywhere….riding the T….stuck in traffic…in the store….walking in the neighborhood… carpooling to sports/activities….. meeting at the local school…..at the place of employment.… and wherever we happen to be!
St. Louise de Marillac has always been blessed with a wonderful group volunteer Catechists who are dedicated to sharing and teaching The Faith to our Parish children. Their time and efforts are a blessing to us all. And NOW is YOUR TIME….have you ever considered “pitching in,” and helping with the process. As we all know…many hands make light the work. So why not consider being part of this process…on behalf of your child(ren)….. your parish family….. and your God???
We are always most grateful for all the many volunteers who offer their time and talents to inspire our youth! Many, many more are needed. Please feel free to contact Mr. Shipe @ 412-835-1155 ext. 227 or mshipe@stlouisedemarillac.org at any time to find out how you can be part of the St. Louise de Marillac Catechetical team! ALL questions, inquiries and information requests are important and may be directed to Mrs. Shipe at any time. Your consideration is GREATLY appreciated. Thanks!
Faith Formation Substitutes Welcome…..
Please, also, consider helping as part of our Substitute Catechist Team!
This is not a huge commitment, but is most helpful when out Catechists are unable to be present.
PLEASE HELP SUPPORT OUR PROGRAM AND CATECHISTS… they get sick, have appointments, and kids with activities, too!Contact Mike Shipe at 412-835-1155 or mshipe@stlouisedemarillac.org with any questions you might have regarding this ministry.
ALL Volunteers… Clearances Info and Links Below:
We have approximately 800 children in our Religious Education Program with over 90 volunteers. All volunteers 18 years of age and older must complete the required Diocesan forms and Safe Environment requirements for the safety and wellbeing of our children.
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