Certification, training and resources for catechists.
Forming the Catechetical Spirit A systematic program of catechetical formation leading to certification. Basic and Intermediate programs in Hartford, Waukesha, Pewaukee
Forming the Catechetical Spirit Online For those unable to attend a FtCS parish-based program, an online alternative leading to Basic certification.
Programs Offered by Parishes, Districts, Colleges Courses, lectures, workshops approved for clock hours
Echoes of Faith 3.0 Basic-level online catechist formation
Online Courses (Word doc) Approved for Catechist Certification
Record of Past Clock Hours Reference list of past programs
Gigs, Geeks and God - January 9, 2020 Conference on technology and parish ministry
Websites and creative ideas
Books for Catechists
Catechists Newsletter
Other Resources
Technology in Faith Formation
Standards for Educators in Catholic Parishes and Schools, 2008
The apostolic work of the catechist springs from the sacrament of Baptism. . . It is strengthened by the sacrament of Confirmation. The call to the ministry of catechist is a vocation, an interior call, the voice of the Holy Spirit. Catechists need to be practicing Catholics who participate fully in the communal worship and life of the Church and who have been prepared for their apostolate by appropriate catechetical training. Their commissioning by the Church is a participation in the divine calling to teach as Jesus did. -Nat'l Directory of Catechesis, 228-9
Gary Pokorny Director 414-758-2242 pokornyg@archmil.org
Jennifer Murphy Program and Event Coordinator 414-758-2240 murphyjc@archmil.org
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