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The Archdiocesan Catechetical Office extends to all catechists of the Archdiocese of Port of Spain a resounding “Thank You’ for the many years of quiet service in the ministry of Catechesis to your parish and by extension to the Archdiocese. Ours is a ministry that we cannot do alone. Read More →

I can hardly remember a time when I was not a catechist! It all began when I offered to assist with the Confirmation class in our parish many years ago. As a teacher at one of our secondary schools here in Tobago, I knew many of the youngsters in the programme and I thought that I cou Read More →

Join the hundreds that have enrolled and completed our Correspondence Course. The course addresses Catechesis, Theology and Methodology . The lessons can be completed on your own time. To register, complete our online form HERE Read More →

This magazine is an asset for all parishes and new catechists involved in faith formation. It offers hands on activities; suggestions for passing on the faith; Catholic IQ; and a series of articles for your own faith formation. The September issue has a self-assess for success; creati Read More →

As we begin the new school term we recommit ourselves to the Ministry of Catechesis as Catechists and Teachers in our parishes and schools. We celebrate and honour all who are involved in faith formation during this month of September traditionally designated as “Catechetical Month”. Read More →

The vision of the Archdiocesan Catechetical Office is that “life giving catechesis is offered for every age and stage of the Christian journey”, with the goal that all are empowered to make their faith “living, conscious and active”.  Our call as Catholics is to own our faith and put Read More →

One of the first and most simple things families can do to Revitalise Catholic Culture and Identity is to enjoy Sunday lunch together. It sounds easy but try getting the family together for a sit down meal and it can prove quite difficult to accomplish. The following is taken from the Read More →

On Tuesday, July 26, we celebrate the feast of Saints Joachim and Anne. From First century BC, tradition holds that this blessed couple lived in Galilee and later moved to Jerusalem where Mary was born and raised. Very little else has been passed down to us about them, but it is defin Read More →

1.         What does the Mission Statement of the Archdiocesan of Port of Spain ask of us? a)      to do our own thing b)      to build a Civilisation of love c)      to stay in our parish d)      to pray only Read More →

The Church’s calendar has six periods in its Liturgical Year – Lent, The Triduum, Easter, Ordinary Time, Advent and Christmas. During the Liturgical Year, the scripture readings for the seasons of Lent, Easter, Advent, and Christmas have prominent themes. However, during Ordinary Time Read More →