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Volume 5, Number 7 January 4, 2024
“Since you follow Christ who appeared in the world as a light shining in darkness, may God make you, too, a light for your brothers and sisters.”
RM – Solemn Blessing for Epiphany adapted.
CALENDAR:
Jan 21 Retreat for Adult Confirmation candidates/sponsors
Immaculate Conception Retreat Center, Putnam, CT
Feb 4 Adult Confirmation Celebration - Cathedral
Feb 8 Introduction to the Ministry of the Catechist (1)
St. Louis Parish, Webster
Feb 14 Circle of Grace reports due
Feb 14 ASH WEDNESDAY
Feb 15 Introduction to the Ministry of the Catechist (2)
Feb 17 – 19 Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, Level I, Part 1A
St. John, Guardian of Our Lady Parish, Clinton
Feb 18 Rite of Election - Cathedral
Feb 29 Introduction to the Ministry of the Catechist (3)
Mar 2 CGS – Day of Discovery
Annunciation Parish, Gardner
Mar 10 Lenten Retreat for Catechists, St. Louis Parish, Webster
ADULT CONFIRMATION RETREAT AND CELEBRATION
Confirmation Retreat is designed as an immediate preparation for the celebration of the sacrament. Presentations, activities and prayer are based on the ritual text. The program begins at 2 pm and ends with Evening Prayer at 7 pm – including supper. While not mandatory, it is highly recommended as an opportunity to join with others in reflecting on the sacrament and articulating the faith in a community. Sponsors are invited to attend, but candidates may participate without their sponsors. Please click on link for more information and registration.
CATECHIST TRAINING
Introduction to the Ministry of the Catechist
The three sessions will be held on Thursdays at St. Louis Parish in Webster.
Session 1 “The Ministry, Vocation and Roles of the Catechist”---Feb 8 6 - 9 pm
Session 2 “Develop. Stages of the Learner & Lesson Planning”-Feb 15 6 – 8 pm
Session 3 “Methodology & Classroom Management Feb 29 6 – 8 pm ”
Cost: $40.00 for the three sessions. Click on link to register.
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Lenten Retreat for Catechists
St. Louis Parish, Webster
Session 4 of Introduction to the Ministry of the Catechist course, but open to all. Separate registration and fee required.
Sunday, Mar 10 2 – 8 pm
Sunday, Mar 10 2 – 8 pm
Cost: $40.00 (including dinner)
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
Level 1 Day of Discovery
for Catechists, Assistants, Teachers, Clergy
Saturday, March 2, 2024
9 am - 1 pm
Annunciation Parish Center, Gardner
HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT BLESSINGS?
Please read the latest edition of Orantes from the Office for Divine Worship for the Diocese of Worcester (copy below.)
RESOURCES
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