Lay Catechist Training 2025-2026
A Catechist is a lay person authorized to prepare persons for Baptism, Confirmation, Reception, and the Reaffirmation of Baptismal Vows. They function under the direction of the Member of the Clergy or other leader exercising oversight of the congregation or other community of faith. Their work is deeply important in expanding discipleship within a congregation.
The course is designed to not just cover faith formation for children, youth, and adults, but also invites participants to consider, “What does it look like to offer congregational formation?” Throughout the course we will evaluate and adapt curriculum that is already available to meet their contexts. By course end, each participant will have designed a program that they will offer to the congregation in the year ahead.
Each meeting will be held at 6:00 PM on the 4th Monday of the month on Zoom. Below are the dates and subjects for each class. Applicants must attend all six sessions and complete a project to be licensed. Applications will close July 18, 2025. The six sessions include:
- August 25, 2025, 6:00 PM – Faith Formation for Children & Youth
- September 22, 2025, 6:00 PM – Faith Formation with Adults
- October 27, 2025, 6:00 PM – Formation in Congregational Life
- November 24, 2025, 6:00 PM – Curriculum Review and Development
- January 26, 2026, 6:00 PM – Baptism and Confirmation
- February 23, 2026, 6:00 PM – Project Review and Presentation
In addition to registering for the course, applicants also need a Lay License Nomination form completed by the priest in charge at their congregation. Please complete the registration below.
Register Here
Registrants will receive an email with more details on the training at the end of July. Questions regarding the lay license process/requirements, please contact our Director of Formation, Charlette Preslar cpreslar@edsd.org.
