Volunteering in Religious Education

Our Religious Education program depends on the generosity of parish families.
Each family is asked to volunteer at least once during the school year to help support our students, catechists, and parish community.

Whether you can help just once or throughout the year, there’s a role for everyone!

For the safety of all children in our care:

• Any adult who volunteers more than once a month or works directly with students must complete a fingerprint and background check in accordance with Diocesan policy.

• Training and clear instructions will be provided for all roles.

• Catechist: Teaches Religious Education classes and helps students grow in faith through Scripture, discussion, and prayer.
  • Catechists must be practicing Catholics who are committed to Church teachings and willing to attend formation sessions.
  • Catechists are always needed, and new volunteers are encouraged to start by assisting or co-teaching with an experienced leader.
  • All catechists receive training, materials, and ongoing support.

• Catechist Assistant: Supports the catechist with class activities, attendance, and materials.
  Assistants can help regularly or occasionally, and often transition into teaching roles over time.
  • Perfect for parents who want to be more involved in their child’s faith formation.

• Substitute Catechist: Fills in for a catechist when needed. Lesson plans are provided by the Religious Education Office. A great option for those who want to help occasionally but can be flexible when needed.

• Hallway & Door Monitors: Assist with arrival and dismissal, supervise hallways, and help keep a safe environment.
  • Monitors are needed every class session, but parents may sign up for one day, a few times per year, or on a rotating basis.

• Office Helper: Assists with administrative needs such as preparing mailings, organizing classroom materials, or helping with registration. Opportunities vary by season, check with the office for current needs.

These volunteer roles support special events and one-time needs throughout the year.
They’re a perfect fit for families who want to help but can’t commit weekly.
You can sign up for a single event, or come back and help again when your schedule allows!

• Hospitality Team: Helps with setup, refreshments, and cleanup for parent meetings, retreats, and parish gatherings. No experience needed, just a willingness to lend a hand and a smile. Volunteers are contacted a few times a year when events are scheduled.

• Photographer / Publicity: Takes photos during parish or Religious Education events for parish communications, such as the bulletin, website, or photo gallery. (Parental consent is always respected.) If you love capturing joyful moments, this is a great way to contribute without a regular commitment.

• Special Talents & Event Helpers: Share your gifts, such as music, art, crafts, decorating, organizing, sewing, or event planning - to help make parish events special.
  Volunteers are often needed for:
  

  • Family Faith Events (Advent, Lent, Easter)

  • Sacramental Celebrations (First Communion & Confirmation)

  • The Christmas Play: Musicians, singers, and behind-the-scenes helpers are especially needed each year.

  • Bible Camp
    
    

These roles are flexible and can be tailored to your interests or skills.

• Bible Camp Adult Volunteers
• Summer Intensive Adult Volunteers