Catechism
Catechism Program 2022-2023
The catechism program aims to offer children the opportunity to develop their faith so they can grow in their relationship with God and His Church.
As a parish, we believe that it is the responsibility of the entire faith community, especially parents/guardians, to share the commitment to religious education. Thank you for enrolling your child(ren) in the catechism program.
Registration Fee
There is a $40 per child registration fee to cover the purchase of textbooks and activity books. We will be using the books from the Faith and Life series as the main material for catechism. Please pay the registration fee no later than October 30th. Make cheques payable to St. John the Evangelist Parish. If you need support to cover the costs of registration, please speak to Father Ramon or your child’s catechist.
2022-2023 Catechism Registration Form
Attendance
Children are encouraged to attend classes consistently to ensure continuity and success in the program. Children are also encouraged to attend Mass regularly, discuss faith issues at home, and give witness to the faith by being involved actively in the parish community.
While we realize that students have schoolwork and extra activities, it may be necessary to send faith work home to be completed. This may be required as class time is limited and does not allow for an extended time to complete some activities. As well, some assignments are best done at home as they promote family discussion and family faith development. We encourage parents/guardians to work with their children to complete these assignments.
Behaviour and Discipline
Please speak to your children and ensure they understand that our Catechists are volunteers who give freely of their time to share their faith. They deserve to be treated with respect.
Students are expected to conduct themselves in a Christian manner and show respect for all volunteers and other students in our program. No electronic devices should be used in class.
Required Materials
Each student will be given a copy of the corresponding Faith and Life Series student textbook and activity book. The fee for the books is covered by the $40 registration fee.
The catechism program aims to offer children the opportunity to develop their faith so they can grow in their relationship with God and His Church.
As a parish, we believe that it is the responsibility of the entire faith community, especially parents/guardians, to share the commitment to religious education. Thank you for enrolling your child(ren) in the catechism program.
Registration Fee
There is a $40 per child registration fee to cover the purchase of textbooks and activity books. We will be using the books from the Faith and Life series as the main material for catechism. Please pay the registration fee no later than October 30th. Make cheques payable to St. John the Evangelist Parish. If you need support to cover the costs of registration, please speak to Father Ramon or your child’s catechist.
2022-2023 Catechism Registration Form
Attendance
Children are encouraged to attend classes consistently to ensure continuity and success in the program. Children are also encouraged to attend Mass regularly, discuss faith issues at home, and give witness to the faith by being involved actively in the parish community.
While we realize that students have schoolwork and extra activities, it may be necessary to send faith work home to be completed. This may be required as class time is limited and does not allow for an extended time to complete some activities. As well, some assignments are best done at home as they promote family discussion and family faith development. We encourage parents/guardians to work with their children to complete these assignments.
Behaviour and Discipline
Please speak to your children and ensure they understand that our Catechists are volunteers who give freely of their time to share their faith. They deserve to be treated with respect.
Students are expected to conduct themselves in a Christian manner and show respect for all volunteers and other students in our program. No electronic devices should be used in class.
Required Materials
Each student will be given a copy of the corresponding Faith and Life Series student textbook and activity book. The fee for the books is covered by the $40 registration fee.
Catechism Schedule
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COMMUNION PREP (Grade 1 - 2 and children who have not yet received their First Communion)
Sundays 10:00 am – 11:00 am Location: Parish Meeting Room Catechist: Mrs. Patti Rothenburger CONFIRMATION PREP (Grades 6 and up interested in receiving their confirmation) Sundays 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Location: Parish Hall Catechists: Mrs. Christine Cayona and Mrs.Sia Yavala |
GRADES 3 - 5 (for students who have received their
First Communion) Sundays 10:00 am – 11:00 am Location: Parish Meeting Room Catechist: Mrs. Susana Hawryshko KINDERGARTEN Second Tuesday of the Month 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm (Beginning October 11) Location: Parish Hall Catechists: Mrs. Patti Rothenburger and Mrs. Susana Hawryshko |
Note: There will be no classes on the following Sundays:
Sunday, October 9, 2022: Thanksgiving Sunday
Sunday, December 25, 2022: Christmas Break
Sunday, January 2, 2023: Christmas Break
Sunday, February 19, 2023: Long Weekend
Sunday, March 26, 2023: Spring Break
Sunday, April 9, 2023: Easter Sunday
Sunday, May 21, 2023: Long Weekend
Children's Rosary
You and your child are cordially invited to participate in the Children's Rosary held in our church on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 7:00 pm, during Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, and followed by the Holy Mass.
The Children's Rosary is a lay prayer movement composed of children. It is an effort to begin in parishes Rosary groups are composed of children and led by children. Your child does not have to know how to say the Rosary to participate. Rosaries and booklets will be provided for the children with instructions on how to say the Rosary.
If you have any questions, please contact Fabiola Titchkosky at (204) 822-1271 or Maggie Wall at (204) 325-8835. Also, for more information, check the website: www.childrensrosary.org.
Sunday, October 9, 2022: Thanksgiving Sunday
Sunday, December 25, 2022: Christmas Break
Sunday, January 2, 2023: Christmas Break
Sunday, February 19, 2023: Long Weekend
Sunday, March 26, 2023: Spring Break
Sunday, April 9, 2023: Easter Sunday
Sunday, May 21, 2023: Long Weekend
Children's Rosary
You and your child are cordially invited to participate in the Children's Rosary held in our church on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 7:00 pm, during Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, and followed by the Holy Mass.
The Children's Rosary is a lay prayer movement composed of children. It is an effort to begin in parishes Rosary groups are composed of children and led by children. Your child does not have to know how to say the Rosary to participate. Rosaries and booklets will be provided for the children with instructions on how to say the Rosary.
If you have any questions, please contact Fabiola Titchkosky at (204) 822-1271 or Maggie Wall at (204) 325-8835. Also, for more information, check the website: www.childrensrosary.org.
