Small group catechesis formation program to begin Nov. 6
October 23, 2025 at 2:20 p.m.
Aiming to provide an enhanced path toward catechist certification, the diocesan Department of Catechesis is launching “Together in Formation: Supportive Small Groups” – a collaborative approach to completing the theology component of certification.
Offered virtually from 7-8:30 p.m. on the first Thursday of the month, the initiative begins Nov. 6 and will allow participants to earn a Certificate in Catechesis. Each session is $10; those who register for all eight sessions will receive a 50% discount.
The sessions, which use the Catechist Track from Franciscan at Home, are designed for catechists who have already started, or those who are just beginning, and offers not only learning, but also encouragement, connection and meaningful conversation with fellow catechists. The hybrid approach lets catechists explore video lessons on their own schedule, then gather virtually once a month for guided discussions led by a trained facilitator.
Session dates and topics are as follows: Nov. 6 – The Trinity; Dec. 4 – Christ, Person/Works; Jan. 8, 2026 – The Kerygma; Feb. 5 – The Church; March 5 – Intro to the Sacraments; March 26 – Liturgy and Catechesis; May 7 – Our Life in Christ; June 4 – The Last Four Things.
Participants are welcome to take all eight core workshops with us or select those that fit his or her schedule. To earn the Certificate in Catechesis, catechists must complete eight core workshops plus two electives of their choice.
Registration is available at https://dioceseoftrenton.org/together-in-formation.
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Aiming to provide an enhanced path toward catechist certification, the diocesan Department of Catechesis is launching “Together in Formation: Supportive Small Groups” – a collaborative approach to completing the theology component of certification.
Offered virtually from 7-8:30 p.m. on the first Thursday of the month, the initiative begins Nov. 6 and will allow participants to earn a Certificate in Catechesis. Each session is $10; those who register for all eight sessions will receive a 50% discount.
The sessions, which use the Catechist Track from Franciscan at Home, are designed for catechists who have already started, or those who are just beginning, and offers not only learning, but also encouragement, connection and meaningful conversation with fellow catechists. The hybrid approach lets catechists explore video lessons on their own schedule, then gather virtually once a month for guided discussions led by a trained facilitator.
Session dates and topics are as follows: Nov. 6 – The Trinity; Dec. 4 – Christ, Person/Works; Jan. 8, 2026 – The Kerygma; Feb. 5 – The Church; March 5 – Intro to the Sacraments; March 26 – Liturgy and Catechesis; May 7 – Our Life in Christ; June 4 – The Last Four Things.
Participants are welcome to take all eight core workshops with us or select those that fit his or her schedule. To earn the Certificate in Catechesis, catechists must complete eight core workshops plus two electives of their choice.
Registration is available at https://dioceseoftrenton.org/together-in-formation.