Newman Catechesis: Religious Education

"All the baptized, because they are all called by God to maturity of faith, need and have therefore a right to adequate catechesis. It is thus a primary responsibility of the Church to respond to this in a fitting and satisfactory manner."

"If indeed it is from the whole life of the Church that catechesis draws its legitimacy and energy, it is also true that 'her inner growth and correspondence with God's plan depend essentially on catechesis."

- General Directory for Catechesis

Overview

Catechesis sessions are offered most Sunday mornings during the school year. Elementary classes (grades K-5) and middle school (grades 6-8) meet at McDougle Elementary School from 10:45 am to 12:00 noon. Sacramental preparation for the Sacraments of Eucharist and Reconciliation are included in the second grade curriculum. For more information on the Sacraments, please visit our Sacramental Preparation page.

Middle-schoolers are also encouraged to participate in activities that help our society such as working at the IFC Kitchen.

Registration for the School Year 2008-2009

Registration forms have been sent home to registered parishioners at Newman. Registration forms can also be printed off this website for those who are new to Newman Parish. Please note on the registration that you are new. Take the time to fill it out and send it in as soon as possible. The month of August can become overwhelming with school beginning and registrations for all extra-curricular activities.

Registration forms are due back to Newman by August 31st.

Calendar for 2007-2008 Catechesis:

Elementary and middle school students
10:45am-12:00pm
McDougle Elementary School (Directions)

• September 8 - Saturday Orientation for catechists and substitutes 10-12pm
• September 16, 23, and 30
• October 7, 14, and 28
  October 14 - Newman Family Fun Picnic at Henry Anderson Park 10:30-12:30pm
• November 4 and 18
• December 2, 9, and 16
• January 13 and 27
• February 3, 10, 17, and 24
• March 2, 9, and 16 (CHCSS Spring Break March 24-28)
• April 6, 13, 20, and 27
• May 4