The Diocese of Youngstown Office of Faith Formation and Lay Ecclesial Ministry is committed to catechesis...
Folks are asking for an adult bible study, but we are not sure what approach or program to use. We are thinking about transitioning to an intergenerational catechetical program, but need a plan...and good resources. Our catechists need training in creative methods and approaches. |
Our parish would like to add a professional staff member, but we don't know where to find qualified candidates. Enrollment in our catechetical program is dropping. We need a change! Our parent sessions for First Communion need to be more relevant to everyday life. |
One or more of our staff members is feeling overwhelmed by the work load. We need help with time management! Some parishioners seem interested in starting Small Christian Communities, but they need facilitation skills and good Catholic resources. This year, we would like to design our own retreat for our Junior High youth, but we're not sure where to find appropriate activities. Our Ministry Teams seem ready to attend a day-long in-service opportunity, but we don't have money to travel. |
Our Catholic School teachers could use an in-service on prayer styles, media use,or creative methods. Our staff seems to be competing with one another instead of working together as a team. |
Our Catechists would like to use more media in their sessions, but are not sure how to find appropriate clips. We would like to train and certify our ministry teams, but folks are too busy to come for weekly classes. We would like to start a Bereavement Ministry, but need to know what is working for other churches. |