General Information
Catechetical ministry is a share in Jesus’ own mission of proclaiming the Reign of God. Catechesis is that activity which enables faith to become living, conscious, and active through the light of instruction -- especially sharing God's Word in Scripture and sharing the tradition of the Catholic Church.

The catechetical process seeks to open children/youth to the discovery of the goodness and beauty of God as reflected in their world, and help them to experience this world within the Catholic community. It seeks to help them grow further in their faith, their understanding of our Catholic tradition, our unity in Christ and the many gifts of the Holy Spirit.

Our catechists are all volunteers, from many walks of life. They are people who have answered a call to minister to our children/youth and who have prepared themselves in a variety of ways to serve as catechists. Above all, they are people for whom faith is important enough to share.

Goals
The goals of the Catechetical Ministry Program at St. Leonard - Santa Paula's are:
Ongoing conversion to Jesus Christ
Full participation in the life of the Catholic Church

Contacts
Deacon Mike Cantlon – Director
651-4966
657-3659 fax

Office Hours
Monday – Friday
8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday
8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m