Catechetical Certification

By virtue of our baptism, Catholics are incorporated into the Mystical Body of Christ, the Church, becoming children of the Father, brothers and sisters of Jesus Christ the Son, and temples of the Holy Spirit. Enjoying this participation in the life and mind of Christ through the gift of sanctifying grace, they are called to grow in faith, hope and charity through the frequent reception of the sacraments, daily prayer, generosity of life, and ongoing intellectual formation, putting on the mind of Christ.

Catechetical Certification requirements for the Diocese of Superior are designed to assist teachers and catechists to be Catholic role models to families, youth, and children.  To do this they are asked to be well formed in Catholic teaching, dedicated to ongoing formation, and committed to a Catholic way of life and witness.

Catholic School Teachers are required to attend the New Teacher Orientation, Fall Conference and all school held sessions through Franciscan at Home.  If teachers are absent from the group discussion, they are still expected to complete the course work independently.  

Parish Catechetical Leaders are strongly recommended to attend the PCL Conference, Fall Catechetical Workshop and PCL Mid-Winter Retreat. PCLs are required to hold sessions through Franciscan at Home for their team and are encouraged to collaborate with neighboring communities for these sessions.  

Parish catechists are strongly encouraged to attend the Fall Catechist Workshop and all community sessions through Franciscan at Home.  

After completion of 3 years, an individual will receive one of the following:  Basic Certification if no other certification level has been earned; Advanced Certification if basic level is already earned; or Renewal of Advanced Certification if advanced level is already earned.

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