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Catechist Information
Faith development at Holy Infant Church aims to be holistic and integrated, based on a catechumenate model and rooted in the life of the faith community. The parish community
is a learning community—informing, forming, and transforming both young and old through catechesis that is faithful to Catholic tradition and responsive to the needs and lived experience of people today.

This means...
  • empowering individuals and families to live as disciples of Jesus Christ at home and in the world;
  • fostering the personal and spiritual growth of individuals and families;
  • drawing individuals and families to responsible participation in the life, mission, and work of the faith community.

The words “catechist” and “catechesis” come from the Greek word meaning “to echo the faith.” The main job of a catechist is to “echo” his/her experience of God's love. One does not have to be a trained theologian, just someone who is willing to share his/her love of God and the Catholic faith, and who is willing to walk with others and help reveal God's presence in their lives.

Catechists are expected to be committed to lifelong learning and attentive to their personal faith formation. The parish offers opportunities for catechist formation and encourages and financially supports catechists in their participation at deanery and diocesan catechist formation events. For additional information on our parish catechist formation process, see the Into the Fields flyer. 

As catechists prepare to lead catechetical sessions for HI-life Gatherings, they are expected to complete an online learning session, complete some background reading, and participate in a rehearsal / formation session.

Holy Infant parish follows the diocesan guidelines for catechist formation and certification.

Catechists must complete the Diocese of Raleigh Application for Volunteers form, (criminal background check). Please submit completed forms to the Holy Infant parish office.

See Parish Ministries – Faith Development Commission. For additional information on being a catechist and other ways to serve in catechetical ministries.
 
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