Our Lady of the Rosary – Oct 13

 “Continue to pray the Rosary every day in honour of Our Lady of the Rosary to obtain the peace of the world and the end of the war because only she can obtain it.” These words were spoken by Our Lady of the Rosary at Fatima on July 13, 1917 to Lucia, Jacinta and Francisco.   Mary had
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Teachers need to keep learning – Sep 22

Last week we were reminded that we can only teach about Jesus if we are in communion with him. This week we look at the importance of ongoing training for catechists.
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Celebrating Catechists – Sep 15

 Happy Catechetical Month to all our beloved catechists who give so generously of their time, talent and treasure!!! The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Port of Spain salutes you for this voluntary service. Many seated in our congregations at Eucharist each weekend are unaware of the ‘w
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How well do you know your faith?

 This quiz is designed to test your knowledge of your Catholic faith, as well as to provide an opportunity for you to research those areas in which you want or need to increase your knowledge. Happy Learning! 1. What are the Sacraments of Christian Initiation? 2. Why is the Cross the
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The Sacredness of all Creation – Jul 7

Last week we looked at the Sacraments and how they impact on our everyday lives.   This week we continue to explore this theme. The Jewish philosopher, Abraham Heschel, is quoted as saying “Being human involves being sensitive to the sacred.”
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The Sacraments and our Everyday Lives – Jun 30

This term, the Archdiocesan Catechetical Office has embarked on a DVD- based teaching on the Sacraments in each Vicariate.   We hope that all baptised persons will try to avail themselves of these opportunities to grow and understand the basic teachings of the faith.
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St John the Baptist – a true catechist – Jun 23

The life of John the Baptist truly epitomised the concept of catechesis.  He was prophesised by Isaiah as being “a voice of one that cries in the desert, ‘prepare a way for the Lord, make his paths straight’” (Matt 3:3). He focused on the value of life and the importance of being spir
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The Creed – Wedding Band of Faith – Jun 16

The Creed contains the core beliefs of the Catholic Faith. We profess the Creed each week at Eucharist and also when we begin praying the Rosary. We recite the Creed, but do we really understand what we are professing and the responsibility that goes with this profession?
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How to be a disciple – Jun 9

 Go out to the whole world and proclaim the Good News In order to respond to Jesus’ call to “Go out to the whole world and proclaim the Good News” we must look at our call from Jesus to be His disciples – not only after the example of the saintly Apostles and disciples of the past but
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