October 6, 2017

Enrichment for the Catechist
Your spiritual life is of utmost importance to your role as a catechist. If we are to evangelize and nurture the faith of our young disciples, our own spiritual enrichment is
paramount. Try to take some time each day to hear God’s voice speaking in your own heart. As you are preparing your sessions, engage in the scriptures that you are teaching and find a good commentary so that you understand them for yourself and spend some time praying with them. Enjoy the 

atechist community in your parish and nurture one another’s faith. Add one new faith practice to enliven your faith. Remember, your smartphone is a valuable tool as there are many apps to assist you.
Three Minute Retreat

New American Bible Commentary

​What are your favorite faith practices?

Planning for Advent

​I know when I say Advent it must seem like it is very far off. But as a catechist, it is good to be thinking ahead of time. It makes for a less stressful Advent for you if you have made a thoughtful plan for your sessions, involve the appropriate people to help make decisions, and

get your materials ordered. Here are a few ideas to get the wheels turning.

Make a stocking for Jesus..this one can include the parents.
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Prayer Grab Bag


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​What creative Advent ideas can you share with other catechists?