Catechetical Sunday
Each year, the Catholic Church in the United States designates the third Sunday in September as “Catechetical Sunday”—a day on which to celebrate and pray for the Church’s mission to teach the Gospel to all people.
This year’s theme is, “Always be ready to give an explanation…for a reason for your hope.” (1 Peter 3:15)
As a catechist, you are responding to a call to share the gift of faith with others, even as you deepen your own faith. This call may have reached you through your pastor, the director of your parish’s religious education program, or through your role as a Catholic school teacher. But know that this calling ultimately comes from God, whose Holy Spirit inspires and guides you.
 | Take a few moments to pray in thanksgiving and ask for the grace to serve in your vocation as a catechist with a special 3-Minute Retreat for Catechists. |
Resources for Catechists and Catholic School Teachers
Jubilee 2025: Pilgrims of Hope
Catechetical Sunday Prayer Card
Tarjeta de oración: Domingo Catequético
Join the Catholic Faith Formation group on Facebook.
Authors Share Their Catechetical Influences
Articles and Prayers
Understanding Discipleship: A Webinar with Fr. Brice Higginbotham
The Way of Discipleship by James P. Campbell, D.Min.
Discipleship Invites Us to Experience Intimacy with God by Joe Paprocki, D.Min.
Included in Discipleship: Strategies for Working with Children Who Are Developmentally Challenged
Discipleship Training: Strategies for Working with Children with Behavior Disorders
3-Minute Retreat: Sharing the Faith
3 minutos de retiro: Compartiendo la fe
Related Books
 | The Catechist’s Toolbox 2.0 by Joe Paprocki |
 | Preparing Hearts and Minds by Joe Paprocki |
 | Preparar corazones y mentes by Joe Paprocki |
 | Start with Jesus by Julianne Stanz |
 | The Joy of Discipleship by Pope Francis |
 | Developing Disciples of Christ by Julianne Stanz |
 | Being Disciples of Jesus by Stephen Binz |
 | A Church on the Move by Joe Paprocki |