How Would You Like That “Cooked”? A Poll Question About Catechist Formation

Joe Paprocki Being a Catechist

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When you go to a restaurant and order an entrée, depending on what you’re getting, the server may ask, “How would you like that cooked?” It’s nice to have options so that the meal will be prepared in a way that suits your tastes.

When it comes to catechist formation, we also have many options. Catechist formation can be “served up” in a variety of formats, depending on your preferences and learning style. With that in mind, we thought it would be interesting to find out what format you most prefer when it comes to catechist formation. Please take a moment to participate in the poll below, and be sure to check back to see the results as they come in!


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Joe Paprocki, DMin, is National Consultant for Faith Formation at Loyola Press, where, in addition to his traveling/speaking responsibilities, he works on the development team for faith formation curriculum resources including Finding God: Our Response to God’s Gifts and God’s Gift: Reconciliation and Eucharist. Joe has more than 35 years of experience in ministry and has presented keynotes, presentations, and workshops in more than 100 dioceses in North America. Joe is a frequent presenter at national conferences including the Los Angeles Religious Education Congress, the Mid-Atlantic Congress, and the National Conference for Catechetical Leadership. He is the author of numerous books, including the best seller The Catechist’s Toolbox, A Church on the Move, Under the Influence of Jesus, and Called to Be Catholic—a bilingual, foundational supplemental program that helps young people know their faith and grow in their relationship with God. Joe is also the series editor for the Effective Catechetical Leader and blogs about his experiences in faith formation at www.catechistsjourney.com.

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  1. Attending a workshop or class with the other catechists teaching the same grade is very helpful because ideas can be shared from “seasoned” catechists to the “newbies”. Camaraderie brings a comfort level to all and makes it easier to ask questions or plan strategies for activities, etc.

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  2. Not only can you share ideas with other catechists but there is always something new I learn. I always love to hear new teaching options and so often try them out. Its fun also to meet up again with some of the catechists you’ve previously met.

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