St Rose Commissions 185 Catechists

St Rose of Lima Parish joined parishes across the country in celebrating Catechetical Sunday during the weekend of September 18-19 with a commissioning of 185 catechists.

The annual event spotlights the importance of the formal teaching ministry in the Catholic church. The theme of this year’s event is Life Is Christ.

Currently more than half a million catechists serve in the 19,000 Catholic parishes, missions, and schools across the United States. These men and women are instrumental in introducing more than four million children and youth to the faith and traditions of the Catholic church. In addition, these catechists provide opportunities for study, reflection, and faith enrichment to a large number of adult Catholics.

St Rose observed Catechetical Sunday with a rite of commissioning for 185 catechists. As part of these celebrations, parents and guardians were recognized for the important role they play in handing on the faith to the next generation.

Pam Arsenault, director of parish education at St Rose, noted that Catechetical Sunday highlighted a central ministry within the Catholic church.

“The work of these catechists — most of whom volunteer their time — is vital to the life of the church,” she said. “This celebration gives us a chance to recognize the importance of those who share their faith with so many in the parish.”