On March 25, catechists from the Archdiocese of Philadelphia gathered for the 32nd annual Catechetical Convocation at Archbishop John Carroll High School.
According to a report, the convocation theme was "This Is My Body, Given For You," with a prayer and formation.
Catechetical Convocation with Archbp. Nelson Perez
Along with the catechists present at the event, there was also a Mass presided over by Archbp. Nelson Perez.
According to Catholic Philly, Msgr. Michael Magee delivered the keynote address.
Monsignor Magee is the dean of the School of Theological Studies, a full professor and chairperson of the Department of Systematic Theology, and a full professor in the Departments of Systematic Theology and Sacred Scripture at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary.
The Association of Parish Directors, Coordinators, and Managers of Parish Religious Education Programs and the Office for Catechetical Development of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia co-sponsors this year's conference.
Colleen Lindsey, director of the Office for Catechetical Formation, says the catechist is a witness of faith and a memory keeper. In this, God is a teacher and educator that will guide them.
The principal duty of the Archbishop of Philadelphia is teaching the Catholic Faith, and the Office for Catechetical Formation (OCF) assists with this purpose.
The OCF encourages and sustains the catechetical endeavors of Catholic primary schools and Parish Religious Education Programs in the archdiocese. The OCF also urges leaders to engage in continual faith formation so that the beauty and truth of the Catholic faith can be communicated faithfully.
Archdiocese of Philadelphia
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia spreads the Good News that Jesus Christ, the Son of God, is the true Light of the World and that He gives His followers eternal life.
As people who have been immersed in Christ by water and the Holy Spirit, they feel compelled to spread the Good News of reconciliation and forgiveness to all people.
Each member of the Church has a shared belief system and works together through a wide range of ministries, services, and gifts to advance God's Kingdom.
The archdiocese believes that Jesus Christ, the real person, wants to meet every person to change their lives and bring them eternal happiness in Heaven.
Per its website, Catholics believe that God created the world in love, that sin separated them from Him, and that Jesus Christ has reconciled them to Him.
About Archbishop John Carroll High School
Archbishop Carroll High School is a Catholic, coeducational, boarding, and day school in Radnor, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1967.
The School's commitment to fostering a sense of community and encouraging students to work together is evident in the friendly and inclusive environment.
What happens outside of class is just as important to a Carroll education as what occurs inside.
According to the website, students develop their potential, take on leadership roles, and learn to think globally due to this curriculum's focus on service and leadership.
Because of this, Archbishop Carroll works hard to provide its students with the tools they will need to build a better world in the future.
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