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FAITHFULLY SERVING SINCE 1934...
The National Community of Catechetical Leaders is dedicated to promoting the ministries of evangelization and catechesis in the U.S. Catholic Church by fostering a community of leaders who proclaim and teach the Word of Jesus Christ through the witness of accompaniment, education, and formation in the Catholic faith.
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Free Online Conference: November 14, 2024 | 1pm ET
EMPOWERING CATECHETICAL LEADERS
A Global Solidarity Approach to Missionary Discipleship
This webinar will explore the global dimension of catechesis and deepen our understanding of how to inspire and engage communities in solidarity with those on the peripheries. Through collaborative discussions, participants will be equipped with practical tools to foster vibrant, mission-oriented faith communities rooted in global awareness and a shared sense of discipleship. This session aims to empower catechists to build faith communities that actively respond to the needs of the world with missionary zeal.
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Loyola Institute for Ministry & NCCL invite you to imagine your parish as a...
WELCOMING FAMILY where every member lives out their God-given mission with joy and purpose.
NURTURING ENVIRONMENT where faith blossoms and spiritual renewal takes root.
COMPASSIONATE COMMUNITY where members and leaders listen with open hearts to help all thrive.
VIBRANT TAPESTRY where each person's unique gifts are woven together to create a beautiful whole.
Learn More About This Lilly Endowment Inc. Thriving Congregation Initiative
New Videos: EXPERT PRESENTATION RECORDINGS FROM THE SUMMIT
Sourcing from in-depth research, these speakers offer insights and data on faith formation and transmission.
WATCH THE VIDEOS + DOWNLOAD THE REPORTS
EFFECTIVE PRACTICES
BY AUDIENCE
The NCCL team is always looking to provide the many catechetical leaders in our community with quality resources in an easily-accessible format.
That's why we've collected content into a new Effective Practices "hub" under the Informs menu. There, you'll find conference videos, blog posts, research reports, feature articles, and more, sorted into groups focused on:
Children Adolescents Young Adults Adults Parents & Families Intergenerational (All Ages) Leaders
Find Resources for Your Specific Ministry
Did you know...?
NCCL offers a Jobs Board for diocesan offices and parishes around the country to post opportunities for the talented, faith-filled members of our community.
View / Share Open Positions
EXPLORE ALL NCCL HAS TO SHARE
What are you interested in?
NCCL Educates
Engage in courses from experts and earn a Certificate in the Practice of Catechesis.
NCCL Curates
Find videos from NCCL conferences, back issues of Catechetical Leader Magazine, and more.
NCCL Connects
Build relationships with catechetical leaders in our online community space and forums.
NCCL Informs
Access the latest thinking and current practices being used in catechetical ministry today.
NCCL Innovates
Learn about our new initiatives: “Parents & Families” and “Pathways toward a Thriving Parish.”
NCCL Gathers
Participate in free online conferences focused on important topics in catechetical ministry.
NCCL NEWS
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Catechetical ministry is a journey. We’ll walk with you and offer weekly wisdom along the way.
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