Tips for Starting A New Program Year
LORI DAHLHOFF
"In the beginning was the Word." (John 1:1)
The start of any new educational program is filled with words: names, room assignments, textbooks, lesson...
Love’s Invitation: On the third task of catechesis
BY WILLIAM O'LEARY
Moral formation of children and young people
Finish this statement: “Catholicism is just a bunch of __________.” I am willing to guess...
Teacher: “I don’t think I’m reaching some of the students.”
Whatever grade you teach, you may have a student that you feel you never quite reach. You notice the child's constant distracted look or...
Following the Leader: Jesus word’s set the tone for leadership
Jesus’ words to Peter and the disciples set the tone for leadership
BY SARA BLAUVELT
Years ago I began a Lenten tradition of sending a short...
Reaffirming the Role of Parents in Religious Education
BY LISA MLADNICH
As catechists, most of us have struggled to teach children whose families are, for a variety of reasons, in a woeful state...
7 Steps for a Do-It-Yourself Retreat
Plan this retreat for catechists involved in sacramental formation
BY DEANNA BARTALINI
Catechists work hard. They share their faith and knowledge, and they give up personal...
Becoming a great catechist!
PEG BOWMAN
A parish DRE gave each catechist a mug which read, "World's Greatest Catechist." One person commented, "Mine should only say 'A Good Catechist.'...
The Catechist and Scripture — A Parish-Based Retreat
DEANNA G. BARTALINI
Praying and reflecting on who we are as catechists
This retreat is designed so that a local director of religious education and a...
Hurry—Only Four More Weeks ’til Christmas!
Advent is a Time for Spiritual Housekeeping
SUSIE LLOYD
As we prepare to celebrate the coming of Jesus let us keep in mind this often-overlooked truth...
Catechizing in an Age of Scandals: Tips for being prepared
PAT GOHN, and other contributors
You are an important witness for Christ amidst Church scandals. As accounts unfold regarding the horrific sexual abuse of minors...
