NEWMAN CATECHESIS PROGRAMS

Make a deeper connection to your faith. Grow closer to God. Transform your life!

Faith is not just doctrine to be learned for a lifetime. It’s a vibrant relationship with the living God, a commitment to the personal growth and spiritual conversion of an on-going journey of faith. The Newman Parish warmly invites you to deepen your faith and your relationship with God through participation in our catechesis programs. Ironically, one of the best ways to learn more about your faith is to teach! The root meaning of the word catechist is “to echo.” Many catechists have found their own faith enriched by echoing their faith and serving as mentors and guides to children and youth on their faith journey. Strengthen your relationship with God and knowledge of the Catholic Church, volunteer to serve as a catechist!

For information on all volunteer ministry opportunities in the Newman catechesis programs, please contact Cathy McCurry or Kate Smith at the Newman office or via email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 
Children's Liturgy of the Word

Share the word of God with the youngest of God’s children during 9:00 am Sunday morning Masses during the academic year. Children ages five through fourth grade hear the Word proclaimed with their catechist in the Newman library and participate in an activity related to the Sunday readings.

 
 
Elementary and Middle School Catechesis

Catechesis sessions for Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade are held on most Sundays from mid September to early May for the children of registered parishioners. This year, Sunday sessions will meet from 10:45am to noon at Frank Porter Graham Elementary School in Chapel Hill. Sacramental Preparation for First Reconciliation and First Holy Eucharist is a two-year process typically beginning in the first grade, with sacraments celebrated in the second grade.

Click HERE for registration forms if you are registering children in grades Pre-K through 8.  REGISTRATION FORMS ARE DUE BY AUGUST 31, AFTER WHICH REGISTRATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO LATE REGISTRATION FEES.

Click HERE for Challenge Course permission forms if you have any children in grades 6, 7 or 8. (This set of forms is required for the September 25 Challenge Course)

After you print the forms and fill them out, you may mail them to Newman (218 Pittsboro Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516), or drop them off at the parish.  Either way, please label clearly with "Registration.  ATTN: Kate Smith."

Please remit payment with registration forms.  If you would like to pay by credit card or would like to pay in installments, please contact Kate This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

If you are registering more than one child, please print a copy of the Emergency/Medical Form (page 4) for EACH child you are registering, as well as Challenge Course documents (pp 6-7) for EACH middle school student you register. 

If you'd prefer not to print the documents yourself, copies are available on the lobby table at Newman.

 
Newman Youth Ministry (NYM)

The program for high school students meets at the Newman Center on Sundays from 12:15pm to 2:00pm. Tthe youth program combines catechesis, Youth Group, and Confirmation preparation with a focus on service, outreach, and fun.

In addition to our Sunday catechesis sessions, volunteer and community building opportunities are included for teens to grow in faith and be empowered to live as disciples.

NYM generally follows the catechesis calendar.  Additional dates for the 2011-2012 Newman Youth Ministry Program will be online soon.

Click HERE for Grades 9 through 12 Newman Youth Ministry and Confirmation Preparation registration forms.

After you print the forms and fill them out, you may mail them to Newman (218 Pittsboro Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516), or drop them off at the parish.  Either way, please label clearly with "Registration.  ATTN: Cathy McCurry."

Please remit payment with registration forms.  If you would like to pay by credit card or pay in installments, please contact Cathy This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

If you are registering more than one teen, please print a copy of the Emergency/Medical Form (page 3), as well as Challenge Course documents (pp 5-6) for EACH teen you register. 

If you'd prefer not to print the documents yourself, copies are available on the lobby table at Newman.

 
Catechesis Calendar 2011-2012

August 27-28Catechetical Ministries/Stewardship Fair
September 11Orientation and Training for Catechists
September 18First Day of Catechesis
September 25Catechesis
Oct 2, 9, 16, 30        Catechesis 
November 12Fourth Annual Newman Service Day
November 20Catechesis
December 4, 11Catechesis
January 8, 22, 29Catechesis
February 5, 12, 26Catechesis 
March 18, 25Catechesis 
April 15, 22, 29Catechesis
April 21Celebration of First Eucharist
May 6Last Catechesis session
  
  
A detailed calendar including service opportunities and special events for the elementary, middle school and high school programs will be emailed to families when registration is complete.  There will be additional dates for the Newman Youth Ministry (NYM) program as well as children celebrating sacraments and their parents. 

 
Families at the Food Bank