VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Classes are taught by volunteer Catechists.  Catechists do not have to be professional teachers; the most important qualification is a desire to share your Catholic faith with the children of our parish.  The textbooks come with teacher manuals.  This year (2021-2022), the classes will be offered in person, following whatever archdiocesan, local, and/or state safety guidelines are in force at that time.

There is also always a need for substitute teachers to be available when a Catechist can’t be in class.  Sometimes the need is known a few weeks in advance but at others, it is a last-minute notice.

There is also a volunteer opportunity for those who can’t make a weekly commitment but still want to be a part of the faith journey of the children of our parish.  During the year we have several retreats for the students and their families who are preparing to receive Reconciliation, Eucharist, and Confirmation.  If there is anyone who would like to help plan and lead these retreats, please contact Dan and Bethany Meola for detailed information at religioused@stedwardbowie.com.

All volunteers must have a background check completed through the Archdiocese before they can work with children.

Please contact Dan and Bethany Meola if you are able to help with any of the above opportunities at religioused@stedwardbowie.com.