What is a catechist? A catechist is any person
of faith who is hospitable, a good listener, patient, wise, mature,
open-minded, and caring.
What does a catechist do? Every catechist is called to grow in faith
and witness to the gospel and church. The catechist not only teaches
about religion and doctrine, the catechist also shares the ways
in which God has been present in his or her own life.
As a catechist, you can make a difference. Each catchists's uniqueness
is a special gift to the young people s/he serves.
Here are a few of our men and women who presently volunteer or who
have volunteered their time, talent and endless energy to the catechesis
of our parish children. Our program includes classes for children
4 years old to high school. We offer the materials and training
sessions to help you learn how to teach and share our Catholic faith.
Are you interested in serving as a parish catechist? We still have
openings for the 2004-2005 school year on Tuesdays, Wednesdays,
and Thursdays. Please contact the
Religious
Education office via email or by calling 303-690-7697.
If you work with children or want to work with children,
you must complete the Safe Environment Training. For a schedule
of upcoming diocesan-wide training sessions, see
www.archden.org/
or contact
Rochelle
Nepute by email or at 303-715-3241.
Tuesday
Catechists
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Tina
4:00 Tuesdays |
Years as Catechist: 2 years
What do you like best about being a catechist?
"Recognizing the kids at Mass and greeting each other by name."
I'd like to say this to others about the ministry of catechist:
"This is the greatest way to serve God and others." |
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Deborah
4:00 Tuesdays |
Years as Catechist: First Year
What do you like best about being a catechist?
"Being able to give back to the Church."
I'd like to say this to others about the ministry of catechist:
"It’s so much better to give than to receive!" |
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Maria
6:00 Tuesdays |
Years as Catechist: 2 years
What do you like best about being a catechist?
"Teaching God's lessons to kids — passing on the torch."
I'd like to say this to others about the ministry of catechist:
"Passing your faith to children is a great gift." |
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Wednesday
Catechists
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Lyn
4:00 Wednesdays |
Years as Catechist: 29 years
What do you like best about being a catechist?
"Sharing my faith with children."
I'd like to say this to others about the ministry of catechist:
"Join us!" |
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Tracy
4:00 Wednesdays |
Years as Catechist: First year
What do you like best about being a catechist?
"Sharing my faith with children and watching my child learn
about the Church."
I'd like to say this to others about the ministry of catechist:
"Join us we have fun!" |
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Olga
6:00 Wednesdays |
Years as Catechist: 4 years
What do you like best about being a catechist?
"The one thing I like about being a catechist is seeing our
religion through the eyes and mind of children. It helps me
remember how simple things can be seen and thought about."
I'd like to say this to others about the ministry of catechist:
"Helping them develop their understanding and how it affects
their life is one the rewards." |
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Mary Ann
6:00 Wednesdays |
Years as Catechist: 3 years
at St. Michael's, 4 years at Risen Christ
What do you like best about being a catechist?
"I really enjoy sharing my faith and it is so exciting to
see the students get excited and learn to love their faith."
I'd like to say this to others about the ministry of catechist:
"It is so rewarding and you learn so much yourself about your
faith when you teach others." |
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Deb
6:00 Wednesdays |
Years as Catechist: 3
What do you like best about being a catechist?
"Getting to know the children. Watching them get excited about
learning or understanding something new."
I'd like to say this to others about the ministry of catechist:
"It's worth the time invested — the kids need us!" |
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Thursday
Catechists
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Sheila
4:00 Thursdays |
Years as Catechist: 2 years
at St. Michael's, 7 years at other parishes
What do you like best about being a catechist?
"The children — If you can get a 7th or 8th grader, (boys
especially,) to open up and be comfortable talking to you...there
is no greater joy!"
I'd like to say this to others about the ministry of catechist:
"I am growing so much as a parent having these kids around
me. My child looks at me with more respect because she sees
her peers looking at me with respect. We can talk about how
God fits into her life as a teenager without the parent lecture.
I simply love it and love this age.!" |
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Vance
4:00 Thursdays |
Years as Catechist: First year
What do you like best about being a catechist?
"Working with the children and listening to them."
I'd like to say this to others about the ministry of catechist:
"Come feel the childrens' energy, if you're thinking of becoming
a catechist!" |
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Eileen
6:00 Thursdays |
Years as Catechist: First year
at St. Michael's, 4 years in Texas and Virginia
What do you like best about being a catechist?
"Sharing my faith and making a difference."
I'd like to say this to others about the ministry of catechist:
"It is important to do more than just go to church on Sundays."
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Jeff
6:00 Thursdays |
Years as Catechist: 3 years
What do you like best about being a catechist?
"The kids' answers to my questions. I sometimes learn from
them or get a different point of view or way to look at things."
I'd like to say this to others about the ministry of catechist:
"Exciting, nerve wracking, rewarding..." |
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The Brakes
6:00 Thursdays |
Years as Catechist: 2 years
(Mr. Brake) 3 years (Mrs. Brake)
What do you like best about being a catechist?
Mr. Brake: "Bringing the message of Christ to children."
Mrs. Brake: "I love interacting with the kids. I've taught
1st and 2nd grades and they are so full of life, laughter,
and love, it makes it a joy to teach."
I'd like to say this to others about the ministry of catechist:
Mr. Brake: "Teaching is a great way to learn!"
Mrs. Brake: "Teaching Religious Ed is the highlight of my
week." |
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Dot
6:00 Thursdays |
Years as Catechist: 6 years
What do you like best about being a catechist?
"Everything! The kids are totally awesome."
I'd like to say this to others about the ministry of catechist:
"It is a very rewarding ministry with tons of positive reflections
from the children who touch my life!" |
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