I. CATECHETICAL DIPLOMA (with a Specialization in the Catechism) (Basic/Introductory Catechetical Programs)
[1 year]
Young Adult Catechist Society (YACS)
English
For ages 18-39
Schedule: 9:30-12:00 PM; 1:00-3:30 PM
Cost: $125 per year
Adult Catechetical & Theological Sessions (ACTS)
English and Spanish
For ages 18 and up
Schedule: 9:30-12:00 PM; 1:00-3:30 PM
Cost: $175 per year
Para informacion en espanol y/o ayuda para registracion,
por favor llame al (415) 894-7877 o (707) 307-9077.
II. CONTINUING ADVANCED FORMATION
Advanced Formation (AF) Non-Master Catechist Program Track (English & Spanish)
Schedule: 9:30-12:00 PM (Morning Session Only)
Cost: $175 per year
Para informacion en espanol y/o ayuda para registracion,
por favor llame al (415) 894-7877 o (707) 307-9077.
III. ADVANCED CATECHETICAL DIPLOMA with a Specialization in the Catechism
Master Catechist (MC) Mentorship Program (English & Spanish)
[2 years minimum]
Schedule: 9:30-12:00 PM; 1:00-3:30 PM
Cost: $225 per year
Para informacion en espanol y/o ayuda para registracion,
por favor llame al (415) 894-7877 o (707) 307-9077.
IV. CONTINUING ADVANCED FORMATION
Master Catechist Intensive (MCI) Program (English Only)
[1 week]
Schedule: 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Mon., October 21, 2024 thru Fri., October 25, 2024
Cost: $100
Grand Master Catechist (GMC) Program (English & Spanish)
[1 year minimum]
Schedule: 9:30-12:00 PM; 1:00-3:30 PM
Cost: $225 per year
Para informacion en espanol y/o ayuda para registracion,
por favor llame al (415) 894-7877 o (707) 307-9077.
Knights of Columbus California State Council & Maris Stella Institute - Oct. 13, 2024 NorCal Annual Silent Retreat
Knights of Columbus California State Council & Maris Stella Institute
cordially invite you to their
Northern California Annual Silent Retreat:
“Marian Eucharistic Spirituality for Our Times”
Retreat Masters
Jesus & Mary
The King & Queen of the Universe
Beloved Priest Son of Our Lord & Our Lady
Fr. Chuck Kelly
Pastor of St. Thomas More Parish, Paradise &
Former Exorcist of the Diocese of Sacramento
Mistress of Ceremonies
Dr. Tove Ann Catubig Purificacion
President of Maris Stella Institute
St. Isidore Parish, 222 Clark Avenue, Yuba City, CA 95991
October 13, 2024 * 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. (a 12-hour silent retreat)
Knights of Columbus California State Council and Maris Stella Institute are partners offering this Eucharistic Marian-themed silent retreat, which includes Holy Mass; Liturgy of the Hours; Holy Hours before the Blessed Sacrament Exposed; Mary’s Messages from the book, “To the Priests: Our Lady’s Beloved Sons,” by the Marian Movement of Priests; Rosary; Chaplet of Divine Mercy; Procession with Mary on the Anniversary of the Miracle of the Sun; Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession); spiritual direction; personal reflection; lunch and dinner, & praise & worship music provided by the band, “Love for Love.” We look forward to seeing you there!
Kindly RSVP at http://marisstellainstitute.org/registration
Cost is $60 per person (lunch and dinner included)
Space is limited. Registration & payment are required to RSVP.
For more information, please contact Tove Ann at (707) 704-9025 or [email protected].
MSI's Monthly Mini Retreats
Marian Eucharistic Spirituality for Our Times
1st Sundays 2024
July 7, August 4, September 1, October 6, November 3
St. Basil the Great Catholic Church, Vallejo, CA
Schedule: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
1 Holy Hour of Prayer Before Jesus in the Holy Eucharist
& 1 Hour of Fellowship with light refreshments
Cost: $0
Registration is required to obtain credit towards Advanced/Master Catechist &/or Continuing Formation.
Para informacion en espanol y/o ayuda para registracion,
por favor llame al (415) 894-7877 o (707) 307-9077.
5-MONTH INTENSIVE ONLINE PROGRAMS FOR BASIC, ADVANCED/CONTINUING, MC, & GMC (2nd Sat. Program Classes Combined with Online Make Up Classes)
Hybrid or Online Only Class Dates & Times
Schedule:
(Online or In Person) July 13 - 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM (2nd Sat.)
(Online only) July 20 - 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM
(Online only) July 27 - 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM
(Online or In Person) August 10 - 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM (2nd Sat.)
(Online only) August 3 - 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM
(Online only) August 17 - 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM
(Online only) August 31 - 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM
(Online or In Person) September 14 - 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM (2nd Sat.)
(Online only) October 5 - 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM
(Online or In Person) October 12 - 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM (2nd Sat.)
(Online only) October 19 - 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM
(Online only) November 2 - 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM
(Online or In Person) November 9 - 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM (2nd Sat.)
Cost: Please see specific program desired above (e.g., ACTS BC, AF, MC, or GMC) for cost.
Every 2nd Sat. (July - November 2024)
Registrations accepted year-round.
Nicene Creed - July 13
Seven Sacraments - August 10
Moral Life in Christ - September 14
Christian Prayer - October 12
Principles & Methods - November 9
2024 Commencement Exercises - Dec. 14, 2024 @ Holy Family Catholic Church, American Canyon
Schedule: Every 2nd Sat., 9:30am-12pm & 1-3:30pm
Unique Benefits of Enrolling
- Expert instructors
- Limited make-up available for missed classes
- No long commutes to similar programs
- Other programs cost 2-3 times as much as this one
- Open to young families supervising their infants
- Support those instructors discerning the priesthood
- Come learn together with local Master Catechists
- Qualifies graduates for advanced/master and grand master formation
- We can assist with graduation and certification paperwork
2024 Discounts
- Early Bird Discount: Receive $25 off if you register and pay by Saturday, July 6, 2024
- Family/Friends Referral Discount: Receive $25 off if you register individually but pay as a group (list the other individual(s) name(s) in the Comments section on the registration form)
- Holy Family Parishishioner, American Canyon (site location) Discount: Receive $25 off if you provide proof of verification that you are a registered parishioner of Holy Family Catholic Church in American Canyon, CA (e.g. include donation envelope no. on the Comments section on the registration form)
- Holy Family Catholic Church, American Canyon (site location parish catechist) Discount: Receive $25 off if you provide proof of verification that you are a parish catechist of Holy Family Catholic Church, American Canyon, CA (e.g. you are listed on the parish website as a catechist)
Payment Options
- Pay for the full year (July - November 2024)
- Payment plan (Completion of Financial Responsibility Form and minimum of $25 per month is required until total balance is paid off)
- Pay per class for YACS, ACTS, AF, MC, GMC: Pay $25 per class (morning only or all day) anytime during the year. (Ineligible for discounts)