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Catechetics

The Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth views catechesis as an integral to the New Evangelization and Re-Founding the Church. Catechesis is a life long journey and relationship with the God who made us and this relationship must be continually nourished throughout the course of our lives.

As Catechists, we all have the important task of helping those we instruct in the Faith to come to know Jesus Christ personally, and to help develop and foster this personal relationship with Him in those we encounter in our everyday lives.

Catechesis is an ever evolving and changing ministry in order to meet the needs of an ever evolving and changing society but always remembering that the core teachings of the Church remain unchanged. Adapting to these changes requires that we make changes in the way we instruct and the products we use, this is why the Archdiocese is currently looking at new and updated programs that will be used to help develop a personal and long lasting relationship with Christ.

It is essential that as Catechists we recognize and acknowledge that, while related, there is a distinction between lifelong catechesis and proximate Sacramental preparation.
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New Catholic School Opening in HRM

We are pleased to announce the opening of Frassati Academy, an independent, Catholic elementary school, in September 2025 for the 25/26 school year.

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Be My Disciples Info

Catechetics: A Balanced Approach

A Balanced Approach to Children's Catechesis - PDF

Implementing Be My Disciples in Your Parish

How to Implement Be My Disciples in Your Parish Setting - PDF

which includes:

  1. Family groups working together with children at various ages
  2. Classroom setting
  3. One week at home, one week in class
  4. Combined levels, 1-3, 4, 5-6 for example
  5. Parent sessions
Spiral Structure

What is a ... Spiral Structure? - PDF

Priority- Catechesis

Catechesis family Bible together PD 356x200

In addition to a program of evangelization, each Parish must have a process of ongoing formation in faith for children and adults. Growth in our closeness to the Lord and friendship with Him comes not only from study but also from encounter. All of our methods should be holistic in their approach to formation: human, spiritual, intellectual, and pastoral. On this page throughout the year, we will post material and resources to help all of us work towards strengthening these priorities in our parish communities.