Series II B
These four sessions will provide an overview of the background, purpose, and particular focus of each of the four Gospels. This will enable catechists to acquire 8 hours of Theology in the area of Scripture which can be applied toward basic certification in the Diocese of Paterson or to validate their current certification. A certificate will be issued at the end of each session.
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Series III
The seven sessions offered will enable catechists to acquire a total of 14 hours in Sacramental Theology which can be applied toward basic certification in the Diocese of Paterson or to validate their current certification. A certificate will be issued at the end of each session.
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The Diocese of Paterson requires and provides for the certification of all catechists, and has established the following policy for the certification and ongoing formation of catechists who minister in varied ways and at different levels, in the parishes and schools of the diocese.
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It’s that time of the year again! Time to gather information about Catechist Certification and Validation. If you will complete the enclosed forms, we will send the certificates to you so that you may use them at your local celebrations of Catechetical Sunday: September 9, 2010 – Theme: Matrimony: Sacrameant of Enduring Love.  Download the forms here.

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 Certification Certification Report
 Certification Reaction Paper

DESIGNED FOR
The DRE or the person responsible for observing catechists in the classroom setting
PURPOSE OF
This checklist is designed to assist the catechist trainer in identifying the strengths and weaknesses of a catechist in the classroom setting.
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DESIGNED FOR
Religion teacher/catechist in either a parish religious education program or a school program
PURPOSE OF
The checklist is designed to assist the individual catechist in identifying his or her areas or perceived effectiveness or ineffectiveness.
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Internet resources for DREs, catechists, and teachers - for personal and classroom use...