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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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The 5 Essential Marks of a Catholic Education

You are warmly invited to a special online event hosted by Frassati Academy:

The 5 Essential Marks of a Catholic Education
with Archbishop Michael Miller, CSB

Thursday, April 16 | 7:00pm Atlantic


Archbishop Michael Miller, CSB, former Secretary of the Congregation for Catholic Education, Archbishop Emeritus of Vancouver, will share insights from his influential work The Holy See’s Teaching on Catholic Schools - a vision that is helping shape a renewal of Catholic education around the world.

Register Now: https://mailchi.mp/frassatiacademy/miller

This evening is open to anyone interested in Catholic education, faith formation, and the future of our schools.

First Hour (Open to All):
- Interview and input from Archbishop Miller
- A look at the vision and mission of Frassati Academy

Following the First Hour (Optional):
- A live Q&A for families interested in Frassati Academy
- Details about enrollment for September 2026

Whether you are simply interested in the topic, or actively discerning schooling for your children, this will be a rich and inspiring conversation.

We hope you can join us. Save your spot here:

https://mailchi.mp/frassatiacademy/miller

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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.