The National Directory for Catechesis strongly encourages initial and on‐going formation of parish catechists. It states: “[s]ince effective catechesis depends on virtuous and skilled catechists, their ongoing formation should enhance the human, spiritual, and apostolic qualities and catechetical skills they bring to their ministry… Diocesan pastoral programs must give absolute priority to the formation of lay catechists” (NDC 55 E). Listed below are the courses that comprise the Catechist Certification Program for the Diocese of Rockford.

FREEPORT DEANERY CLASSES HELD AT HOLY CROSS CHURCH, STOCKTON