CHILDREN EVANGELIZATION

Name: Reignite Retreat
Start: 2026-01-26
End: 2026-01-27
Location: The Spiritual Center at Maria Stein

Our Purpose

The evangelization and catechesis of children provides a “post-baptismal catechumenate” that is essential to the health and growth of parishes. The Church teaches:

“God has no difficulty in being understood by children and children have no trouble in understanding God.” (Pope Francis, General Audience March 18, 2015)

The Parish Support Team is here to help children encounter Jesus, grow in virtue, and radiate Christ.

Ways we can help

Renew your Baptism preparation process

Train your ministry leaders in the Process of Evangelization and Discipleship

Transform your classroom ministry

Proclaim the kerygma to children of all ages

Create a strategy for children evangelization

Resources for Children Evangelists

Baptism

Preschool

Stories of God’s Love, RCL Benzinger
Seeds, Pflaum Gospel Weekly
Allelu, Our Sunday Visitor
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd

Elementary

Word of Life, Augustine Institute
Discover, St. Mary’s Press
Walking with Jesus, Sophia Institute
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd

Theology of the Body

Supplementals

Catholic All Year
Blog by Kendra Tierney Norton who is a catholic mom and devoted to living and celebrating the liturgical calendar in her home.
Catholic Icing
Resources to make it easier to live out Catholic faith with children.
Catholic Brain
Online resource that offers engaging and fun online activities and games.
Studio 316
Resource for the classroom or home that brings the gospel to life through fun and engaging videos.
Catholic Kids Bulletin
Resources to teach children about the Catholic faith, including a free weekly bulletin that is tailored to children.
Shower of Roses
Blog site that offers book suggestions and reviews.
Look to Him and Be Radiant
Free printables, games, activities, and book lists to supplement classroom learning and at-home extensions to lessons.
How to Pray The Rosary
Prayer Booklet Grades Pre K-4
Prayer Booklet Grades 5-8