Adult Faith Formation Opportunities: new Lifelong Learning courses begin in January

“Whoever is called ‘to teach Christ’ must first seek ‘the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus’…From this loving knowledge of Christ springs the desire to proclaim him, to “evangelize”, and to lead others to the “yes” of faith in Jesus Christ. But at the same time the need to know this faith better makes itself felt.” (Catechism of the Catholic Church, #428 – 429)

Are you over the age of 18 and wanting to grow deeper in your faith?

• Do you want to learn something new about the Catholic Church and its’ teachings? 
• Are you a catechist for CCD/PSR/FFF or in a Catholic school looking for hours towards your Certification?

The diocesan office of Faith Formation and Lay Ecclesial Ministry staff are pleased to offer Lifelong Learning sessions that can help all people, regardless of their role in the parish, Catholic school or diocesan office/agency  to experience new understandings of belief and practice. 

A new lineup of courses, both for core hours and general hours, include

• “Elementary Catechesis,”
• “Introduction to Scripture,”
• “Catholic Social Teaching,” and
• “Sowing God’s Word” online, and
• “What is Prayer and How Do You Pray,”
• “He is Risen as He Promised: The Resurrection Narratives,”
• “Eucharistic Adoration After Vatican II,” and
• “Adolescent Catechesis: Forming Youth as Disciples” online options.

To see these winter/spring courses, please visit Catechist Cafe, https://catechistcafe.weebly.com/catechist-courses.html for details  and to learn how to enroll, or visit this link to register today.  A booklet will be mailed in early January to those on our mailing list.  To be added to this list, or for any questions you have, contact Margie Hynes at 330-744-8451 ext. 296 or mhynes@youngstowndiocese.org.