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Catechesis in the Diocese of Moncton

Accompanying young people on their faith journey

Youth catechesis in the Diocese of Moncton

« The ultimate goal of catechesis is to bring someone not only into contact, but into communion, into intimacy, with Jesus Christ. »

Catechesis helps young people to know, celebrate, live and contemplate the mystery of Christ through faith, liturgy, morality, prayer, community life and mission.

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The family, the first place for catechesis

Young people come into contact with Jesus' message through their parents' witness to the Christian life.

Religious awakening in childhood, within the family, is “irreplaceable”. Family catechesis precedes, accompanies and enriches all other forms of catechesis.

Our catechesis programs

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Family catechesis (children under 10)

We promote family catechesis for families with young children. The Christian community provides the necessary materials and supports families in this task.

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Catechesis in small groups (children under 10)

For young people over 10, catechesis takes place in small groups to deepen their faith and prepare them for the sacraments.

Preparing for the sacraments

First communion and the sacrament of forgiveness

After two years of catechesis, young people are invited to prepare to receive the sacraments of forgiveness and the Eucharist for the first time.

Sacrament of Confirmation

In their seventh year of catechesis, young people reflect on the sacrament of Confirmation. They are invited to decide for themselves whether they are ready to be disciples of Jesus and part of the Church.

Registration fees for catechesis

After several months of consultation, the minimum catechetical registration fees have been set at :

  • 30$ per child
  • 50$ per family

These fees apply to both family and parish catechesis. They come into effect from January 2013.

Note : No maximum amount is suggested, as parishes vary in their financial situation. These minimum fees are applied to avoid “shopping around” between neighboring parishes.

Contact and registration

For more information about catechesis in your parish, or to register a child, contact your parish catechesis coordinator.

  • Dianne Léger, Diocesan Coordinator
  • Phone : (506) 857-9531, poste 1229
  • Email : catechese.dianneleger@gmail.com