Catechists

“Be faithful in small things for it is in them that your strength lies.”
St. Teresa of Calcutta

Each year, approximately 100 catechists (teachers) participate in our programs. For the 2020-2021 year, our Wednesday Children's Faith Formation (CFF) classes are held at either 4:30-5:30 p.m. or 6:30-7:30 p.m. We have adjusted our class times due to COVID-19. Our first class will be held on October 7.

As a lead or assistant catechist in the CFF program, fees for the children of a helper are waived. Participants who take on the role of a lead catechist can be paid $25 per each class taught. We also offer free childcare for catechists or assistants who help in a classroom!

To qualify for waived fees or to be paid, catechists and assistants must participate in designated in-services. This requirement promotes continued growth for all of our teachers. We have also found that participation in events at Sacred Heart helps to promote a strong sense of community.

In addition to the in-service requirement, adults who works with young people in our diocese are asked to complete a background check and take an on-line course entitle "Protecting God's Children." The course is a child abuse awareness program and is required just once (a background check must be repeated every 7 years). Our staff will assist any interested participants in completing this requirement.

In addition to adult participation, we welcome student volunteers for Wednesday CFF classes. 

If you have questions or would like to help with our program, please call our office (225-6414, ext. 316) or email us at (debbie.chalik@sacredheartwdm.org).