Faithful Volunteer Catechist and Group Leader at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, blessed in creative lesson planning and storytelling, enhancing faith formation through engaging activities and discussions. Pragmatic multitasking and problem-solving skills. Happy to create a loving, supportive and interactive learning environment.
Prepared lessons incorporating the 'Christ in Us' teaching manual, Bible verses and interactive videos.
Created playful hands-on activities that blend Catholic Sacramentals such as Holy water, blessed rosaries, candles and oils, with corresponding coloring sheets. These smells combined with tangible objects that were passed around, helped bring our lessons and Faith to life.
Sharing the gift of storytelling by reading each story/scripture with purpose and passion.
Engaging each child by inviting them to answer questions and listening to their personal stories.
Praying for each child, and teaching them to pray with us.
Helped the team to monitor, redirect behavior, and engage students in our care.
Lead small groups of students in discussion involving a variety of topics and tough questions concerning our Faith, Sexuality, Morality, peer influence and the Sacraments.
Helped during Lock-ins and day retreats for students.
Took pictures to share on our website and helped to clean up after each meeting.
Attended continuing education and retreats for volunteers.
Catechist Level 1
Catechist Level 1