Catechism
Catechism Program 2023-2024
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 1. 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.
2023-2024 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 1. 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.
2023-2024 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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RECONCILIATION AND EUCHARIST PREP (Grade 2 and 3)
Sundays 10:00 am – 11:00 am Location: Parish Meeting Room Catechist: John Catibog PRE CONFIRMATION PROGRAM (Grades 6 and 7) Sundays 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Location: Parish Meeting Room Catechists: Mrs. Sia Yavala |
POST COMMUNION PROGRAM (Grades 3, 4, and 5)
Sundays 10:00 am – 11:00 am Location: Parish Meeting Room Catechist: Mrs. Susana Hawryshko CONFIRMATION PREP (Grade 8 and above) Sundays 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Location: Parish Meeting Room Catechists: Mrs. Christine Cayona |
Note: There will be no classes on the following Sundays:Sunday, October 8, 2023: Thanksgiving Sunday
Sunday, December 24, 2023: Christmas Eve (CHRISTMAS BREAK)
Sunday, December 31, 2023: New Year’s Eve (CHRISTMAS BREAK)
Sunday January 7, 2024: Epiphany (CHRISTMAS BREAK)
Sunday, February 18, 2024: Long Weekend
Sunday, March 24, 2024: Palm Sunday (SPRING BREAK)
Sunday, March 31, 2024: Easter Sunday
Sunday, May 19, 2024: 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, December 24, 2023: Christmas Eve (CHRISTMAS BREAK)
Sunday, December 31, 2023: New Year’s Eve (CHRISTMAS BREAK)
Sunday January 7, 2024: Epiphany (CHRISTMAS BREAK)
Sunday, February 18, 2024: Long Weekend
Sunday, March 24, 2024: Palm Sunday (SPRING BREAK)
Sunday, March 31, 2024: Easter Sunday
Sunday, May 19, 2024: 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.
