Embracing our role as primary catechist

Many parishes celebrated Catechetical Sunday on Sept. 20 by holding a special blessing during Mass for those who teach the faith. Catechists, including leaders from Parish Schools of Religion and school teachers, came forward or stood to receive the blessing as the new school year begins.

The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops provides specific resources for the day, including a blessing intended for parents. According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, parents serve as the primary catechists for their children, holding the responsibility to introduce them to the faith and the life of the Church from an early age.