Reflect on how Christ has been present with you throughout this catechetical year.

Ending the Year

Before the next few months fill up with summer activities, it’s good to reflect on the year ending and look forward to what’s next.

Growing as a Catechist: A Self-Evaluation

Joe Paprocki invites catechists to take a short evaluation on seven critical tools and then invites deeper reflection with several open-ended questions.

Reviewing Your Catechetical Year, Examen-Style

Eric Gurash suggests we reflect on the highs and lows of the year, rejoicing in the graced moments in our programs and seeking to improve the more challenging areas.

Summer Planning for the Catechetical Leader

Darcy Osby takes summer’s time to discern what God is calling her to create in ministry.

Catholic Living

Explore resources for living as a Catholic in today’s world.

How Can I Talk to Others About Jesus?

Joe Paprocki shares ideas for how we can talk about faith in an authentic manner.

3-Minute Retreat: Compassionate Living

Be inspired to be the Body of Christ at work in the world.

Precepts of the Church

Review the precepts and their purpose in establishing Catholic identity.

Promoting Catholic Identity: A Commitment to Community

Darcy Osby offers suggestions to create a commitment to community with the children in our programs.

Jesus Present

Jesus is present at all Christian gatherings. He is watching as you engage in church activities like a Bible study or a prayer service. He is there even if only one other person shows up! He is there as his followers come together for an event like a Eucharistic Congress or a Catholic Youth Rally. He is at hand at Catholic institutions and at your side if you teach at a parish school of religion. When you pray with friends or with your spouse and children in family prayer, Jesus is with you.

Most dramatically, Jesus is present when the people of God are gathered to celebrate the Eucharistic feast.

As Jesus promised, he is with us always.

—Excerpted from Cherished by Jesus by Mary Kathleen Glavich, SND

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