2022 Archdiocesan Catechist Formation Program

2022 Archdiocesan Catechist
             Formation Program
About the Program
The Archdiocese of Toronto, in partnership with the Virtual Learning Community for Faith
Formation (VLCFF) at the University of Dayton, provides formation programs for those
involved in catechetical ministry in the Archdiocese of Toronto. This includes those who are
involved in Sacramental Preparation (both for children/teens and adults) but also in a variety
of other ministries that are also catechetical. This include, but are not limited to, liturgical
ministers, ministers with maturing adults, ministers to the sick and homebound, family life
ministers, stewardship committee members, and many more.

There are two program options outlined below. The 4 Course Program has a focus on
Sacramental Preparation for children/teens or RCIA. The 3 Course Program has the option to
allow the participant to take one course in an area more specific to their ministry. This includes
Scripture, Liturgy, and Maturing Adults.
Each program has the same fundamental features, including:
    Facilitated by archdiocesan staff
    Paced, weekly online learning
   • Opportunities to share, learn, reflect, and pray with other catechists from other parishes
   in the Archdiocese of Toronto
   • Ongoing faith formation
    Certificate of Completion

Prerequisites both programs:
   Approval of pastor (hard copy or by email)
   Refundable deposit of $250, after entire program is completed

For more information, please contact Dr. Connie Price at cprice@archtoronto.org.

The 4 Course Program Consists of:
          4 Online Courses (5 weeks each)

   1. Starting Anew From Christ: On Being a Catechist
   (November 14-December 18, 2021)

   2. Survey of Catholic Doctrine
   (January 16-February 19, 2022)

   3. Introduction to the Sacraments of Initiation
   (March 7-April 9, 2022)

   4. Specialized Course

(April 24-May 28 2022) Participants will choose one of the following elective areas:
         RCIA; Praying with Adolescents; Prayer and Worship with Children; Special Needs;
        Adult Faith Formation

         4 Group Gatherings:
Location: Virtual platform, OR Catholic Pastoral Centre
          1155 Yonge Street Toronto, ON M4T 1W2

 1.      November 14, 2021 2- 5 p.m. (includes dinner)
              Five Tasks Inventory
              Spirituality of the Catechist

 2.      January 16, 2022, 3 - 5 p.m.
              Practical Approaches for Refining Your Catechesis Strategies for Success

 3.      March 27, 2022 3 - 5 p.m.
              Catechesis in the Archdiocese of Toronto Tools and Resources

 4.      April 24, 2022, 3 - 5 p.m.
                Specialized Seminar
                Based upon the specialized online course

C. Retreat with Mass and Blessing of Catechists
Location: St. Augustine’s Seminary 2661 Kingston Rd., Scarborough, ON M1M 1M3

         Dr. Josephine Lombardi
         Virtuous Leadership

         Cardinal Collins
         Mass with Blessing of Catechists

Date: June 11, 2022
Time: 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

The 3 Course Program Consists of:
            3 Online Courses (3 or 5 weeks each depending on the course)

      5. Starting Anew From Christ: On Being a Catechist
      (January 16- February 19, 2022)

      6. Survey of Catholic Doctrine
      (March 7-April 9, 2022)

      7. Ministry Specific Course
             a. Bible Basics
             b. Foundations for Liturgy
             c. Let This Be the Time: Spiritual Essentials for Life’s Second Act (3 week course)

      (April 24-May 28, 2022)

         4 Group Gatherings:
Location: Virtual platform, OR Catholic Pastoral Centre
           1155        ge Street Toronto, ON M4T 1W2

 1.    November 14, 2021 2- 5 p.m. (includes dinner)
             Five Tasks Inventory
             Spirituality of the Catechist

 2. January 16, 2022, 3 - 5 p.m.
           Practical Approaches for Refining Your Catechesis Strategies for Success

 3. March 27, 2022 3 - 5 p.m.
           Catechesis in the Archdiocese of Toronto Tools and Resources

 4. April 24, 2022, 3 - 5 p.m.
            Specialized Seminar
            Based upon the specialized online course

C. Retreat with Mass and Blessing of Catechists
Location: St. Augustine’s Seminary 2661 Kingston Rd., Scarborough, ON M1M 1M3

         Dr. Josephine Lombardi
         Virtuous Leadership

         Cardinal Collins
         Mass with Blessing of Catechists

Date: June 11, 2022
Time: 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Catechist Formation Program
                         Registration Form
       This registration form is for use for the 2021/2022 Catechist Formation Program in the Archdiocese of
       Toronto. If you require more information about the program prior to registering, please contact Dr.
       Connie Price at cprice@archtoronto.org.

       To use this form you can either fill it out online at https://bit.ly/2022CFP-Register and mail your
       deposit in, or you can use the printable form of this registration. If you plan to use the printable form
       and mail it, please send it to the address included below.

       * Required

       1. Name (First and Last) *

       2. Parish name and city *

       3. Pastor's Name *

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4. Email Address (Please know this is the primary way by which we will communicate with
          you). *

       5. Address

       6. Phone number

       7. Which Program Are you Registering For?

            4 Course Program

            3 Course Program

       8. To participate in the Catechist Formation Program you are required to have the consent
          of your pastor. Your pastor can provide this permission by emailing Dr. Connie Price at
          cprice@archtoronto.org (mailto:cprice@archtoronto.org) and indicate that he has
          discussed the program with you and gives his consent for you to attend). please
          indicate if you have spoken with your pastor and that he will email Dr. Price. *

            Yes, I have spoken with my pastor and his consent is forthcoming

            No, I have not spoken with my pastor

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9. There is a required $250 deposit for the program (refundable after completion of the
          program). A cheque may be made out to the Archdiocese of Toronto and mailed
          to Archdiocese of Toronto1155 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M4T 1W2 Attention: Office of
          Formation for Discipleship. Should you have any questions about the deposit, please
          email Dr. Price. Please indicate that you understand this requirement and that the
          deposit will mailed. *

            Yes, I understand this requirement and will mail the deposit.

            I understand the requirement but need to speak with Dr. Price.

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