02/09/2026
CATECHISTS: WITNESSES OF FAITH, FORMERS OF HEARTS, BUILDERS OF PEACE | NATIONAL CATECHETICAL MONTH
This September, Parokia San Telmo joyfully celebrates National Catechetical Month, a special time to honor and give thanks to our catechists who generously respond to the call to teach, witness, and share the Catholic faith.
We recognize with gratitude our Volunteer Catechists, Youth catechists, School Catechists, Teacher-Catechists, Barangay Catechists, Catechists from the Missionaries of Charity, and Catechists from Lyceum of Aparri. Your presence and service are a precious gift to our parish and to the Church.
In a time when our children and young people face many challenges—including conflicts, bullying, violence, peer pressure, and confusion about values—the mission of the catechist becomes even more important. Catechesis is not simply about teaching lessons; it is about forming hearts and leading people closer to Jesus Christ.
As catechists, you help our children and young people discover that faith can guide their choices, love can overcome hatred, forgiveness can heal wounds, and peace can be built through Christ. Through your words, patience, example, and faithful presence, you plant seeds that can grow into lives rooted in the Gospel.
As an essential part of the Education Ministry of Parokia San Telmo, our catechists bring the mission of the Church into our schools, barangays, communities, and families. You help create spaces where faith is learned, values are strengthened, relationships are healed, and Christ is made present.
To every catechist who continues to give time despite busy schedules, who teaches even when it is difficult, and who patiently accompanies those entrusted to your care—thank you for your YES to God's call. Your ministry may seem simple, but every child you teach, every heart you inspire, and every life you help bring closer to Christ is part of building a stronger and more peaceful Church and community.
May the Lord bless all our catechists with wisdom, courage, patience, and joy. May you continue to be witnesses of faith, formers of hearts, and builders of peace.