Catechetical Ministries

Ecclesial Staff

 

		Tish Scargill Director of Catechetical Ministry TScargill@dioceseofmonterey.org (831) 645-2830
		Terry Burrows Associate Director TBurrows@dioceseofmonterey.org (805) 458-2006

Director's Message:

Just like that, the lazy days of summer are behind us and most children and youth are back to their schooling. Here in the Diocese of Monterey, that means whether you are in one of our Catholic Schools or one of the public schools, distance learning is the new model of school. Four of my grandson’s live with me, and we have established a new morning routine of breakfast, getting dressed and ready, and the setting up of learning stations. We have one in the kitchen, one in the dining room, one in his bedroom, and the high schooler goes to work with his mom to do his schooling in her quiet classroom. It is chaotic but we are making it work.
Meanwhile, Parish Catechetical Leaders are busy preparing for the coming year. They are exploring various options that will allow families to continue faith formation in new and exciting ways. They have been attending webinars and meetings, procuring curriculum and software, and helping catechists learn technology and new models of sharing faith. This is a new world and the parishes are eager to provide quality formation while keeping connected to families in their parishes.
Bishop Danny has expressed his concern on the safety and well-being of all our children, youth and adults. He continues to be in communication with State and local officials, as well as the California Bishops. At the time of this writing, September 2, Catholic schools as well as our parish catechetical programs will be offering all sessions through either a virtual platform such as Zoom or offering packets for parents to work with their children. Please be patient as they roll out this new year of formation.
Be safe and be well.

Mission Statement:
Catechetical Ministry forms adults in the foundational beliefs of the Catholic Church and assists them in the training and catechizing of others.   The Department of Catechetical Ministries in the Diocese of Monterey participates in the Church`s mission to enable all people regardless of race, language, or country of origin to come to a profound and living knowledge of God in order to live a life of Christian Faith.

Description of Ministry:
The fulfillment of the catechetical needs of the diocese and the provision of catechetical resources for all parishes which includes the formation of catechists and master catechists, formation and training of parish DRE`s and CRE`s, formation of Catholic School religion teachers and the development of policies and guidelines for the sacraments of youth. This ministry also includes the on-going formation and training of R.C.I.A. leadership and teams.