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Catechist Formation Opportunities
For certification, recertification and ongoing formation
Thank you for your interest in beginning or continuing your formation as a catechist for the Diocese of Phoenix. The Church takes seriously the commitment to pass on the faith of the Catholic Church and therefore recognizes the importance of forming catechists in theology and the catechetical process.
The General Directory for Catechesis states:
235. Formation seeks to enable catechists to transmit the Gospel to those who desire to entrust themselves to Jesus Christ. The purpose of formation, therefore, is to make the catechist capable of communicating: "The summit and centre of catechetical formation lies in an aptitude and ability to communicate the Gospel message".
236. By virtue of the fact that formation seeks to make the catechist capable of transmitting the Gospel in the name of the Church, all formation has an ecclesial nature. The formation of catechists is nothing other than an assistance for them in identifying with the living and actual awareness that the Church has of the Gospel, in order to make them capable of transmitting it in his name.
The following basic and recertification opportunities are currently available for you.
Basic Catechist Formation and Certification
2008 - 2009 DPC Catechist Formation Opportunities
Please contact your Parish Catechetical Leader for more information as it becomes available. Return to this site frequently for updated information.
2008
September 6
Catechist QuickStart
English/Español, 8:30am – 4pm
Register online
Brochure (English) (Espanol)
September 21
Catechetical Sunday
The Word of God in the Life and Mission of the Church
September 26-27
Peaks of Faith Catechist Formation conference/Flagstaff
October 11
Bible Timeline Seminar
English/Español
Jeff Cavins/Martin Zavala
8:30am – 4pm
October 17-19
Renew Retreats
English/Español
November 1
Catechist Specialization Day #1
8:30am – 12:30pm
November 21
Catechist Mass
November 22
Catechist Specialization Day #2
8:30am – 12:30pm
December 13
Catechist Specialization Day #3
8:30am – 12:30pm
2009
February 6-7
Bible Study Expo
Formation Opportunities are available in Deaneries throughout the Diocese
North Deanery
Northwest Deanery
Central Deanery
East Deanery
Northeast Deanery
South Deanery
Southwest Deanery - Bilingual Formation
Kino Institute - New Series for Fall 2008
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
North Deanery
San Francisco de Asís Catholic School
320 N. Humphreys Street
Flagstaff, AZ
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For more information or to register, please call Sally Schauble or Becky at 928-779-1341.
PEAKS OF FAITH - Northern AZ Ministry Formation
September 26 - 27, 2008
Northwest Deanery
St. Helen
5510 W. Cholla St.
Glendale, AZ 85304-3322
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Please RSVP to Chris Sieracki, csieracki@sthelenglendale.org or 623-979-4202 x 224 at least one week prior to session you wish to attend.
Please click here for formation class schedule.
St. Thomas More
6180 W Utopia Rd
Glendale, AZ 85308
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Please click here for formation class schedule.
These certification courses are offered to help catechists grow in their understanding of the Church and her teachings. They are also ideal opportunities to build friendships and share fellowship with other catechists.
All courses must have at least 5 participants to be held. Always check with the CF office to see if classes are taking place.
To sign up for a class:
Email: amaloney@stmglendale.org
Phone: (623) 566-8222
East Deanery
Northeast Deanery
St. Gabriel the Archangel Parish
32648 N. Cave Creek Road
Cave Creek, Arizona 85331
480-595-0883
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Please call to register by the Thursday prior to each class..
Courses are Monday evenings from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Children's Formation Rooms
Contact Roxanna or Kat at 480-595-0883
August 25
The Purpose of Catechesis
This course is designed to understand the critical role of catechesis in the church.
South Deanery
Southwest Deanery
St. Martin de Porres Church
3851 West Wier Avenue
Phoenix (Laveen), AZ 85041
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For more information: Contact Dorothy Contreras
602-276-2466.
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Español |
August |
23rd |
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Diocesan Policies and Catechetical Implications
10:00 - Noon
Church History |
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Pólizas Diocesanas y Sus Implicaciones en la Catequesis
10:00 - Noon
Historia de la Iglesia |
Kino Institute: Catechist Formation
Kino is pleased to work with the Department of Family Catechesis and theOffice of Catholic Schools to provide an alternative certification process for Catholic School Teachers and Catechists in Children's Catechists Youth Evangelization, and RCIA/Adult Faith Formation. Three weekend survey courses fulfill the requirements of the Diocese to be a catechist in Catholic schools.
Each class is $40, or sign up for all three for only $105. Register on line or for more information, please call (602) 354-2384.
Location for all weekend classes:
St. Mary's High School
2525 N. 3rd Street
Phoenix, AZ 85004
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CAT101 The Catechist: Basic Beliefs
Friday October 3rd and Saturday October 4th 2008
Friday 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
This survey course examines basic beliefs and doctrines of the Catholic Church. The course includes an introduction to scripture, Jesus Christ, morality, liturgy and sacraments, Church history, justice and peace, and the vision, mission, and ministry of the Church. (Basic Beliefs & Doctrine: Jesus: ; Intro to Scripture and Hebrew & Christian Scripture: ; Church History and Church-vision, Mission and Ministry: ; Christian Morality)
CAT102 The Catechist: Purpose, Role & Spirituality
Friday November 7th and Saturday November 8th 2008
Friday 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
This survey course examines the critical role of catechists as a response to God’s call to holiness. It explores the themes of conversion, ministry, and spirituality in the context of catechesis and presents an introduction to moral and faith development. (Purpose of Catechesis and Catechetical Process; Role of the Catechist and Spirituality of the Catechist; Sacraments and Liturgy and Rites; Justice and Peace: ; Diocesan Policies)
CAT103 The Catechist: Living Faith Friday December 5th and Saturday December 6th 2008
Friday 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
This course addresses the work of catechists in the context of today’s world. It explores the family perspective of Christian living, cultural issues and discipleship in the modern world. Types of prayer, and planning prayer for catechetical settings are also discussed. (Cultural Context; Family Context; Faith & Moral Development; Discipleship; Prayer Planning)
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
St. Anne Parish - Gilbert
Pueblo de Amor Center
4542 E Inverness Ave.
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 497-8583, x5780
Contact: Lourdes Vasquez, (480) 497-8583
Recertification and Ongoing Formation Opportunites
Kevin Saunders/Logos Bible Ministry
Kino Institute Workshops
Franciscan Renewal Center
St. Andrew the Apostle Parish - Chandler
Dr. Peter Kreeft
St. Bridget Parish
Classes taught by Kevin Saunders
For a schedule of Scripture classes taught by Kevin Saunders through Logos Ministry, please click here.
Kino Institute Saturday Workshops
CCWK101 Canon Law
Date: Saturday September 20, 2008
Location: Holy Spirit Parish
(1800 E. Libra Dr., Tempe, AZ 85283)
An introduction to the Code of Canon Law
and its implications for Parish Ministers.
CCWK104 Human and Faith Development
Date: Saturday September 20, 2008
Location: St. Raphael Parish
(5525 W. Acoma Road, Glendale, AZ 85306)
An overview and application of the human developmental process in relation to the faith. This workshop will focus on understanding the faith tasks appropriate tot eh developmental age of the individual.
CCWK102 Parish Structure and Ministry
Saturday October 18, 2008
Location: St. Raphael Parish
(5525 W. Acoma Road, Glendale, AZ 85306)
An overview of the ministerial direction statements provided by the Unites States Conference of Catholic Bishops, and a look into the variety of ecclesiological structures and visions in practice at the parish level.
CCWK106 Introduction to the Liturgy Planning for Parish Ministry
Date: Saturday October 25, 2008
Location: Holy Spirit Parish
(1800 E. Libra Dr., Tempe, AZ 85283)
An introduction to the liturgical planning principles within parish ministry. A description for the expectations and guidelines for planning liturgical events at the parish level.
CCWK108 Ecumenism and Ministry
Location: Holy Spirit Parish
(1800 E. Libra Dr., Tempe, AZ 85283)
In the increasingly fractured Christian Church, how are we to strive for unity according tot he command of Christ? This workshop will address how we as parish ministers are tasked with owning our tradition while respecting others.
All workshops are from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and are held as noted on the Kino Institute Web Page. Registration closes 2 weeks before workshop day. Registration fee is $15.
Click here for more information and to register.
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Franciscan Renewal Center - Scottsdale
The Bible Plain and Simple with Kevin Saunders
St. Andrew the Apostle - Chandler
3450 West Ray Road
Chandler, AZ 85226
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There is no charge for these classes and they all begin at 7 pm in the parish adult center.
For More information: Contact Cathy Olds at (480) 899-1990 x130 or
cathy.olds@standrew-cfc.org
Please pre-register.
For a list of classes offered at the Parish, click here. Fr. Vernon Meyer will be offering three classes on the Apostle Paul during this Pauline Year at St. Andrew's.
Christ the King Parish - 7:00 p.m., August 28, 2008
St. Thomas the Apostle Parish - 7:00 p.m., August 29, 2008
On two separate nights, these parishes will host Dr. Peter Kreeft. Please click here for the flyer with full details. Certificates of Attendance that can be used when applying for catechist recertification will be available after each of Dr. Kreeft's presentations.
St. Bridget Parish
Celebrating the Year of Saint Paul
Where: St. Bridget Parish
COLLINS HALL
2213 North Lindsay Road
Mesa, AZ 85213
When: Wednesday, September
10th and 17th at 7 p.m.
Speaker: Fr. Vernon Meyer, Ph.D. Scripture scholar
Who is St. Paul?
How did he go from the great persecutor to the great defender of Christianity?
What are his letters about, who were they written to? How are we to understand them today?
For more information:
Debbie Malatin Parish Faith Formation
480-924-9111 Ext.308
For information on catechist formation opportunities,
please contact Leota Roesch at 602-354-2122 or
email her at lroesch@diocesephoenix.org.
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