Out of the Mouths of Babes . . . ...
Our children's responses to "Why Do We Need Catechists?":

"Catechists help us be good followers of Jesus, "
- Mrs. Andrew's First Grade Class

"We need Catechists because they will help its learn about the Sacraments, God, Jesus and all we need to know in life."
- Krista Broderick, Grade 5

"Catechists tell us important stories about God that are really interesting. We need Catechists to help us know that even if sometimes make mistakes, God stll loves us."
- Alexandra Rmella, Grade 2

"We need Catechists because they tell us about Mary, the Mother of Jesus, and they help us get ready for First Communion. " 
- Amanda DeTratto. Grade 3

"Catechists help us understand why Jesus died on the cross and why He sacrificed His  life for us." 
- Fifth Grade Student, Room 12, Session F

"A good Catechist is nice to the kids and teaches us about Jesus "
- Lauren Rose, Grade 2

"Because they help us learn about God, the Sacraments, and how to be a goad Catholic. What would we do without them" 
- Claira Frese, Grade 5

"Our catechist teaches its about how much God loves its and how we should always forgive others. "
- Cassandra Consola, Grade 4

"We need Catechists because they teach us about God and Jesus. Mr. Rubino is awesome. He is my Dad so I get to deal with him all the time "
- Joe Rubino, Grade 3

"We need Catechists so we can learn about God and also so we have something to do on Saturday mornings instead of just sitting around. Another reason is because we get prepared for First Communion and Reconciliation. "
- Teresa Groark, Grade 4

"Because they teach us to be better people and get better in touch with God. "
- Michael Azzaline. Grade 5

"We need all the help we can get." 
- Amanda Rachuy, Grade 5

"We need our catechists to guide us. All of them help us to follow in Jesus' footsteps. They are very kind and take the time to help people. They show us how to help others, respect people, and to give to those in need. Without them, we would not understand why Jesus came on earth.
- Jaime LaPrairie, Grade 5

"Catechists teach us how to treat other people right. "
-T C. Hines, Grade 4

"We need Catechists so kids can learn about God in smaller and less confusing words."
- Fifth Grade Student


"We need Catechists so that we can learn more about God and tell other people about Him."
- Donald Jarka, Grade 4

"To teach us about Jesus, Hs friends, and our faith. "
-Fifth Grade Student, Room 11, Session D

"We need catechists like Mr Staisiunas to help us become better people of God."
- Larry Andrews, Grade 5

"Catechists help us answer questions about our faith. "
- Stephanie Biernat, Grade 4

"Catechists help us to pray and learn about God. They show us that we need love and trust to be apart of God's Family." 
-Fifth Grade Student

"We need Catechists to help us learn about Mary and Jesus, to help its learn our prayers, to tech us about Baptism and the Bible. " 
- Miss Rita's First Grade Class

"Our Catechists tell us about how Jesus lived along time ago so that we know how to live today." 
- Fifth Grade Student- Room 11_ Session D

"We need Catechists to help us pass dawn our religion to the next generation of kids. They keep the If, of Jesus alive " 
-Matt Kapala, Grade 4

"My teacher was very nice and kind to us."
- Fifth Grade Student, Room 12, Session E

"Catechists are good role models for us "
- Kevin, Grade 5

"I need a Catechist to help me welcome Jesus to my heart. Catechists also teach me how to talk to God. If I have any questions about God or heaven, the Catechist will help me answer them."
-Mollv Chlum, Grade 4

Please call us if you are interested in being a catechist, (429-1044).