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Ela Ramirez
Director of Religious Education
Director de Educación Religiosa
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FIRST RECONCILIATION |
FIRST COMMUNION |
CONFIRMATION |
BAPTISM ADULTS (RCIA) |
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ABOUT OUR CATECHISTS All members of the faculty are dedicated volunteers who generously give of their time and effort for the children and who impact the Word of God to those whom they teach. They are certified as catechists by the Archdiocese of Newark Office of Religious Education. All Catechists have participated in Checkpoint, the Archdiocesan Screening Process and have read and signed an agreement to abide by the Archdiocesan Policies on Professional and Ministerial Conduct and went through training. They also participated in Protecting God’s Children, a program which trains adults to be pro-active in discerning |
TEN REASONS TO
VOLUNTEER TO BE A CATECHIST
10. You only need a desire to serve. We will provide the training and support. 9. You will meet and work with a variety of parishioners with a variety of background experiences. 10. You will work an exciting age group-adults and children 11. The topics that are taught are the basics of our Faith: Jesus, Scripture, the Mass, the Commandments and Beatitudes, the Sacraments, Peace and Justice, Saints and many more with a variety of activities. 6. You will work as part of a team. You are not alone. 7. You will become a member of a large group of volunteers in our parish. 8. You will have opportunities to explore your own faith, through workshops and retreats. 9. You will be richly rewarded by the children you teach. 10. You will have the opportunity to live your Catholic Faith through example. 1. Your own faith life will be enriched as you share the Faith of the Catholic Church with our children.
Please give some thought to volunteering in our Religious Education Program. If you are interested in becoming a catechist or have any questions please call the rectory office 201-798-7900 |
CATECHISTS VOLUNTEER
OPPORTUNITIES
Volunteer catechists serve as teachers. These catechists include parents of students and other interested parishioners. Anyone interested and willing to assist as a catechist or helper or as a classroom aide is welcome.
We offer catechist training and many opportunities for our teachers to attend workshops or conferences through the Archdiocese of Newark. Classroom aide positions are available also to anyone who has reached Junior High School age or older. Substitute teachers are needed to fill in on an occasional basis. The program is under the direction of the Director of Religious Education.
Classes are held on Sunday mornings. If you are interested in becoming part of this ministry, please contact the Rectory |
OFFICE OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
OFICINA DE EDUCACIÓN RELIGIOSA
"Go therefore . . . . . Teach"
-Matt. 28: 19-20
"Vaya por lo tanto . . . . Enseñar"
-Matt 28: 19-20
Dear Parents,
W E L C O M E .../ ...B I E N V E N I D O
to the Religious Education Office Home Page. This Office exists to support our parish in our religious education ministry. Our Holy Father Benedict XVI, the writings of Pope John Paul II, and the Bishops of the Catholic Church all have stated strongly that parish religious education is a life-long process of formation in the Catholic faith. The Office of Religious Education offers resources for teaching the faith to adults, children and youth. We look forward to hearing from you.
Please remember that our catechists are giving of their time and talent to help strengthen the faith of your child(ren)
If you have a concern or question regarding R.E. class you may speak with the catechist or call the
Rectory Office.
We are always looking for help in our Religious Education program. If you would like to share in Christ’s mission to preach the Gospel to our young people as a catechist, classroom assistant, hall monitor or the like,
contact the Rectory Office.
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CLASSES ARE OFFERED for students enrolled in grades 1-8 as well as Adults (RCIA).
Classes are held for students in grades 1-8 & adults on Sunday morning at:
9:00AM in English. . . . . . . .Children are dismissed after the 10:10AM Mass.
10:00AM in Spanish. . . . . . . Children are dismissed after the 11:30AM Mass.
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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS:
REGISTRATION FOR 2011-2012 Classes will begin Sunday, October 2, 2011 Please bring a copy of your child's baptismal certificate to registration. CCD classes are available for both chidren and adults. Any questions please call the rectory office: 2010.798.7900
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"My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me . . ."
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Baptism "My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me . . ." If your child has not yet been baptized and is 6 years old or older, religious educations instruction is required.
First Reconciliation / First Eucharist "I am the bread of life; he who comes to me shall not hunger and he who believes in me shall never thirst." First Reconciliation is a part of First Eucharist. First Reconciliation is offered in Second grade and up. The sacrament of Reconciliation is a sacrament of healing which "brings about a true ‘spiritual resurrection,' restoration of the dignity and blessings of the life of the children of God, of which the most precious is the friendship with God" (CCC 1468). Children first receive this sacrament during their second grade year, prior to First Communion. Parents share, with their child's religion teacher, the responsibility of preparing their children for the reception of this and all sacraments. Our children need the presence of Jesus Christ in the Eurcharist. The love of Christ offered to them in the Blessed Sacrament is presented and celebrated in the two year preparation classes. First Holy Communion is celebrated annually in Grade 2 who have completed two full years of catechetical preparation.
Confirmation "I indeed have baptized you with water but he will baptize you with the Holy Spirit." For eighth grade students, we prepare them for the Sacrament of Confirmation. The students who receive this sacrament become full members of the church. Confirmation is celebrated annually for young people in grade 8 who have completed two full years of catechetical preparation. For eighth grade students, we prepare them for the Sacrament of Confirmation. The students who receive this sacrament become full members of the church. Confirmation is celebrated annually for young people in grade 8 who have completed two full years of catechetical preparation.
RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION (RCIA) . . of dirt from the body but as an appeal to God for a clear conscience, through the resurrection of Jesus Christ." Evangelization is the responsibility of the total parish community. We are all commissioned by the virtue of our Baptism, to bring the Good News of Jesus Christ to all we meet. The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is an excellent way to bring people to the knowledge of Jesus Christ. The RCIA is for those adults seeking full initiation into the Catholic Church. That is, those who would celebrate the sacrament of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. It is also for those who have not completed their initiation into the Catholic Church. That is those who have not celebrated the sacrament of Confirmation or Eucharist. Also, those baptized in other Christian denominations and the individual is seeking membership in the Roman Catholic Church. If you are an unbaptized adult or a parent of an older child and want to become a member of the Catholic Church please contact the rectory office. The RCIA program is in both English and Spanish. The English coordinator is Mrs. Patricia Roda. The current Spanish coordinator is Mr. Rene Lau. The English RCIA group meetp every Sunday at 8:45AM. The Spanish group meets every Sunday at 9:45AM. They take part in the Archdiocesan Commitment and the Scrutinies. Both groups use formatted programs that take approximately thirty-three weeks to complete. Both groups also celebrate the Sacrament of Initiation with the elect and candidates for full communion in the Church at the Easter Vigil. |
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CLASSES BEGIN
October 2nd
Bring copy of baptismal certificate!!
CATEQUESIS PRESACRAMENTAL
Se realiza esta preparacion para los niños y niñas que van a recibir los sacramentos de la Primera Comunión y Confirmación todos los domingos a partir de las 10 de la mañana y terminada ésta los niños junto con los catequistas asisten a la celebración de la Santa Misa. Esta preparacion dura dos años.
RCIA (RITE OF
CHRISTIAN INITIATAION) FOR ADULTS
ENGLISH
ESPAÑOL
O Word of God,
Help those who catechize to turn their faces to you, That they might know the Father
And feel your redemptive loveThrough the presence of the Holy Spirit.
O Word of God,
When the Father spoke, The world was created, life began, And love was brought into the world. Help catechists to count the blessings of the loving God in their midst, To be filled with your kindness, And to know the fruits of their labor.
O Word of God,
May the works of their hands and hearts prosper. Make them towers of strength that can withstand all of the buffeting winds encountered during this coming year. May they be beautiful in your eyes, A beacon of hope for all who seek to know you. Bless their labor, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Bring those whom they catechize to faith in Jesus’ name.
Amen.
Oh Palabra de Dios,
Ayuda a los que catequizan a volver sus rostros a ti, para que puedan conocer al Padre y sentir tu amor redentor mediante la presencia del Espíritu Santo.
Oh Palabra de Dios,
Cuando el Padre habló, el mundo fue creado, la vida empezó, y el amor fue traído al mundo. Ayuda a los catequistas a contrar las bendiciones del Dios amoroso que está entre ellos, a ser llenados con tu bondad, y a conocer los frutos de su trabajo.
Oh Palabra de Dios,
Que las obras de sus manos y corazones prosperen. Hazlos torres de Fortaleza, que puedan soportar los ramalazos de todos los vientos encontrados durante este año venidero. Que sean hermosos a tus ojos, un rayo de esperanza para todos los que buscan conocerte.
Bendice su labor, Padre, Hijo y Espíritu Santo.Lleva a aquellos a aquines catequizan, a la fe en el nombre de Jesús.
Amén.
