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1. CATECHETICAL FORMATION PROGRAMME

This course is intended for allthose starting out in the Ministry of Catechesis,as well as those who need to update their visionand understanding of catechesis as an initiation

into the life and mission of Christ.

It is recommended that all catechists undergothis initial course before undertaking any

further formation.

The format of the course has changed thisthis year in that it will include a practicalcomponent aimed at each of the particularfaith levels on the catechetical journey.

PART 1- FOUNDATION COURSE

Days:Venue:Time:

Session 1Session 2Session 3Session 4Session 5Session 6Session 7

THURSDAYSSt Ignatius, Claremont19.30 - 21.30

-3rd March- 10th March- 24th March-31st March- 5th May- 12th May- 19th May

PART II - ELECTIVES

Pre-Communion 1 - 9th JunePre - Communion 2 - 23rd June

First Reconciliation 1 - 30th JuneFirst Reconciliation 2 - 21st July

First Communion 1 - 28th JulyFirst Communion 2 - 11th August

Post Communion - 18th AugustPost Communion - 25th August

Confirmation 1 - 15th SeptemberConfirmation 2 - 220d September

CONCLUSION:Celebration - Eucharist 6th October III

RSVP: Treasure Landsman at CPD, Catechetical Office 021 462 2417E-mail:treasure.landsman@pastoraldevelopment.co.za

2. ONGOING FORMATION AND TRAININGThis course is open to all catechists as a means of deepening knowledgeand advancing confidence and competency in using the Catechism of theCatholic Church as a means of evangelization.However, although the course builds on Part I, started last year, each sessionIs a unit on its own and it is therefore not necessary to have attended anyprevious Sessions:DATES:Session I: The Church - The Body of Christ 14th MaySession 2: The Church - One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic n" JuneSession 3: The Communion of Saints 16th JulySession 4: The Virgin Mary 20th AugustSession 5: Christian Destiny 24th September

Time: 09h30 - 12h30Venue: Our Lady Help of Christians, Lansdowne

3.CATECHETICAL FORVlATION PROGRAMME - XHOSA

This course is an initial training in catechesis for allthose whose mother tongue in Xhosa. ,The course consists of eight sessions held on Saturdayafternoons (3hours) once a month.

Days: Saturdays

Dates: Session 1 - 19th FebruarySession 2 - 1ih MarchSession 3 - 16th AprilSession 4 - 7th MaySession 5 - 18th JuneSession 6 - 23rd JulySession 7 - 13th AugustSession 8 - 3rd September

Venue: St Anthony's, Langa

Time: 14hOO- 17hOO

Materials: Bring along a Bible and writing materials.

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4. LIVING THE WORD

This course is intended for catechists usingLectionary Based Catechesis in Faith Levels 5 - 8(Post Communion + Pre-Confirmation)

Its aim is to equip and empower catechists with materialsand the ability to use the materials.This year the focus will be YEAR A -The Gospel according to Matthew.

Session 1Advent to Ordinary Time, Week 9 (already completed)

Session 2: Lent 26th February

Session 3: Easter\Pentecost 9th April

Session 4: Ordinary Time 28th May

Session 5: Advent - 12thNovember(The Gospel of Mark - YEAR B)

Days: Saturdays

Venue: Our Lady Help of Christians, Lansdowne

Time: 09h30 - 12h30

Bring along Bible and writing materials

RSVP: Treasure Landsman at the CPD Catechetical Office 021 462 2417E-mail: treasure.landsman@pastoraldevelopment.co.za

RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATIONOF ADULTS - RCIA

This course aims at those Catechists who are involved, in or would liketo be involved in, the implementation of the Baptismal Catechumenatein their parish.

These 6 sessions will give the participants an understanding of the RCIAas a process, as well as cover the practical aspects of facilitation anevaluation of the Catechumenal Journey in a parish context.

Session 1: Introduction: The Process - Reason for the Process - 19th February

Session 2: Liturgy Planning - Celebration of the Rites _12th March

Session 3: Mystagogia - A Reflection on Scripture and experience - so" April

Session 4: The Liturgical Cycle and Symbols - 18th June.

Session 5: Practical skills for the Journey - 23rd July

Session 6: Finding Resources and the use of materials - 13thAugust.

Days: Saturdays

Venue: St Ignatius, Claremont

l'lme: 09.30 - 12.30

nsvp: Treasure Landsman at the CPD, Catechetical office at 021 462 241711:.mail:treasure.landsman@pastoraldevelopment.co.za

6. CATECHESIS OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD

This Catechesis is a liturgy and scripture based approachTo the religious formation of children, 3 - 12 years of age.It utilizes Montesorri educational principlesAnd acknowledge the unique developmental andspiritual needs and capacities of the child.

The Level One, Part 1 Course will be offered this year.

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Days: Saturdays (2nd Saturday of every month)Dates: 12thFebruary ;)..- 11 hoc> .

lih March9thApril

14thMay11thJune.52thJuly13thAugust10thSeptember8thOctober1ihNovember

Time: lOhOO- 14hOOVenue: Our Lady Help of Christians, LansdowneCost: R150.00

RSVP: Ani Schneider-02l 7909141Melaney Roodt - 084 8426766Philippa Kempen - 021 554 1051SylviaClutten-021554l818

7. SPREDThis caring ministry enables persons with developmental and learning'challenges' to integrate into all aspects of parish life.Training and formationis now provided to all parishes in the Archdiocese.We will happily assist you to set upa Spred parish community in your parish.

A RETREAT to start the year for ALL existing groupsto reflect on their mission and purpose together.Bring(retum) the material and music that you used during 2010,so that you can be given your new material andmusic for 2011.

RETREAT + INTRODUCTORY SESSIONDate: 29thJanuaryVenue: St Joseph's, MontanaTime: 09hOO- 4hOOpmCost: R50.00 inclusive of material

TRAINING

Dates: 19th, 26thFebruary, 5th,1ih ,19th March

Venue: 161 B, St John Parish, Coronation road, Maitland.

Time: Sh30 - 4hOO

Contact: Treasure Landsman at the CPD Catechetical office 021 4622417E-mail: treasure.landsman@pastoraldevelopment.co.za

8.BREAD FOR THE JOURNEY

This Course is the beginning of a new cycle in a 3 yearprogramme and will consist of 3 Sessions in 2011, with aspecial emphasis on the Gospel of Matthew(Year A)Participants will achieve a basic understanding of scriptureand be introduced to the teaching of the Church on the Bible.Having experienced the Word of God, participants willlearn ways of creatively sharing experience with others.For more information and to book please contact theCatholic Bible Foundation.

Days: Saturday

Dates: 5thMarch, 4thJune, 20thAugust

Time: OS.30- 17.00

Venue: Immaculate Conception Church, Parow.

Cost: R300.00 (RIOO.OO per session which includes all the materials)

IRSVP: Elizabeth, Catholic Bible Foundation 021 461 7647

9. PARISH CATECHETICAL CO-ORDINATORS'MEETINGS

The aim of these meetings is to provide anopportunity for information and discussion toParish Catechetical Co-ordinators. All Parishco-ordinators are strongly encouraged to attendthese meetings:

Days: Saturday

Dates: 29th January and 6th August

Time: 09.30 - 12.30

Venue: Immaculate Conception Church, Parow

RSVP: Treasure Landsman at the

CPD Catechetical Office 021 - 462 2417

E-mail:treasure.landsman@pastoraldevelopment.co.za

10. CATECHISTS' RETREATS

The Retreat Days are opportunities for deepeningones relationship with God, others and se1fthroughmoments of stillness, prayer, reflection and sharing.

Days: Saturdays

Dates: 5th November - venue to be confirmed

19th November - venue to be confirmed

Time: 09h30 - 15h30

Materials: Writing materials and Bible.

RSVP: Treasure Landsman at the

CPD Catechetical Office 021 - 462 2417

E-mail: treasure.landsman@pastoraldevelopnierrt.co.za