Being a Catholic catechist allows you to directly answer Christ's call to spread the Gospel. By passing on a 2,000-year-old tradition, you help others—especially children and youth—grow in their relationship with God. As you teach, you deepen your own faith, become an active parish member, and serve as a vital role model.

Top Reasons to Become a Catechist

1. You will grow in your own faith, learn the teachings of the Church, and deepen your relationship with Jesus.
2. Your Baptism calls you to share in Jesus’ ministry.
3. Children, teens, and even adults need to hear the Good News of Jesus.
4. You will be a good role model of faith.
5. You have much to share with those you’ll teach, and you’ll have opportunities to share faith with other catechists.
6. Today’s catechetical textbooks/resources offer outstanding support.
7. You’ll be challenged, you’ll have fun, and you’ll make new friends.
8. You’ll be helping people deepen their relationship with Jesus. (You’ll be evangelizing!)
9. You’ll be handing on a 2000-year-old Tradition that changes lives.
10. It’s our job: Jesus sent us to “go and teach all nations.”

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