Prayer for Catechists
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Lord of faithfulness and hope,
strengthen us, your servants, in our dedication to ministry. Grant that we always strive to share with others the light that we ourselves have derived from keeping your Word in our hearts. Let us gladly join each other and those in our care to bring your light to the world. You have created us in love; make us enlightened witnesses to the Gospel. You have redeemed us in mercy; give us grace that our actions and our words shine with compassion. You have sustained us in hope; strengthen us to endure in all times and circumstances. Bless us all as we live out our calling. Amen. |
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Are you a new catechist?Get a good start here!
CLICK HERE for the lots of background and ideas on the "New Catechists" page here on Catechist Cafe. CLICK HERE for a link to the Loyola Press "Becoming a Catechist" page. |
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Get off to a good start!Getting Off to a Good Start
Excellent tips from RCL for preparing ourselves, our rooms, and our lessons before our learners arrive. Calling Children by Name
A wonderful article from Catechist's Journey on building a firm foundation in your catechetical setting by learning about names. Shining the Spotlight on Those We Teach
Joe Paprocki gives great practical tips for keeping the focus where it belongs. Neurodiversity in the Classroom
Definitions and good tips from Building Faith Accompanying Children Back to the Classroom
Julianne Stanz recognizes that children and their families have different comfort levels when it comes to in-person gatherings, so it is important to consider how to accompany people during this transition time. 11 Tips for Catechists—Free Download Joe Paprocki’s pointers help catechists feel confident in approaching the new year. How to Prepare for Class Denise Gorss suggests five ideas for making sure class goes smoothly. Three Ways to Turn Your Faith Formation Class into a Mini-Retreat Darcy Osby wants to give children space for quiet and stillness. Pop-Up Catechesis Joe Paprocki shares bite-sized suggestions for how to make faith alive in the home. These videos are perfect for sharing with parents! Five Ideas for Accompanying Catechists Back to the Classroom Julianne Stanz offers ideas that may help catechetical leaders reconnect with catechists and help them reconnect with one another. |
We're here to help parents!
CLICK HERE for "Starting the Catechetical Year: Ways to Meet and Greet Parents," from Loyola Press.
CLICK HERE for "Family Prayer for the Start of a New Year," with a printable PDF to give to families from Loyola Press.
CLICK HERE for "Prayer: Helping Children and Families to Pray, " from Sadlier.
CLICK HERE for "Family Prayer for the Start of a New Year," with a printable PDF to give to families from Loyola Press.
CLICK HERE for "Prayer: Helping Children and Families to Pray, " from Sadlier.
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Back to School Prayers |
CLICK HERE for 6 great tips for a Blessing of Backpacks .
CLICK HERE for opening day reflection starters reminding children of their encounters with God over the summer.
CLICK HERE for Back to School activities for Grades 1-8, from Loyola Press.
CLICK HERE for a Prayer for New School Year from Sadlier.
CLICK HERE for the Catholic Households Blessing and Prayers Prayer for Students at the USCCB website.
CLICK HERE for a prayer seeking Mary's intercession on a September 11 day of remembrance.
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Decorate your learning space. |
From Pinterest:
"Best Decorating the Sunday School Room" ideas!
"Best Decorating the Sunday School Room" ideas!
Here's an article on decorating regular school classrooms, that is valuable to read if you have your own learning space and control over what goes on the walls:
"Dos and Don'ts of Classroom Decorations"
"Dos and Don'ts of Classroom Decorations"
From Catechist Journey:
"Using Visuals to Evangelize in the Classroom"
"Four Ideas for Setting Up the Classroom Environment as Sacred Space"
"Classroom Prayer Corner"
"Using Visuals to Evangelize in the Classroom"
"Four Ideas for Setting Up the Classroom Environment as Sacred Space"
"Classroom Prayer Corner"
Forming Faith in a Digital Space
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"Using Technology for Biblical Storytelling" -- good ideas from Building Faith to get kids personally involved in scripture in a digital meeting space.
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A Video for Parents
Joe Paprocki, from Loyola Press, has put together this 12-minute video to assist parents with doing faith formation at home. The goal of this video is to simplify things and not overwhelm parents with “another lesson” they have to teach to their children, but rather, to encourage them and help them to make way to have some special family time with our Lord.
For Catechists Teaching Remotely
If you’re new to this concept of facilitating remote lessons, Joe Paprocki offers this free video with you. It offers some excellent tips to get you started proclaiming the Good News of Jesus in the digital world.
Be sure to check with your parish about maintaining child safety in a remote session.
Be sure to check with your parish about maintaining child safety in a remote session.
FREE ways to take your programs ONLINE!
SchoologyCLICK HERE to explore
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Google ClassroomCLICK HERE to explore
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