As Pope Francis has stated, the role of the Catechist is vital for the Church. Our Faith Formation Programs rely on good Catechists and Volunteers to model God's love to the children and assist the parents in bringing them knowledge and understanding of the faith.
If you feel you have a call to serve in this ministry, you may share your time and talent by teaching or assisting in any of our Faith Formation programs. All Catechists and Volunteers will need to complete VIRTUS training and clear a background check.
Catechists will be trained and will be given a course manual and program scope for the year.
VIRTUS: PROTECTING GOD'S CHILDREN
The Archdiocese of Atlanta created a Safe Environment program for volunteers who work in the Archdiocese of Atlanta. As a catechist for St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, you must complete:
Please contact the Parish Office, 770-382-4549 to obtain the necessary application for the background check and click on the link below to sign up for the VIRTUS Training Session.
“Being a catechist is not a title; it is an attitude of abiding with him, and it lasts a lifetime! It means abiding in the Lord’s presence and letting ourselves be led by him.” Pope Francis