The Office of Catechesis and Youth Ministry provides guidelines for parish catechetical programs, sacramental preparation, and comprehensive youth ministry; oversees catechist and teacher formation and certification; supports catechetical leaders and provides guidance for their recruitment, ongoing formation and support.

This Office is part of the John Paul II Center of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. For information and resources, visit the new John Paul II Center website.

Information and resources are available in the following areas:

Catechists & Teachers
Certification, training and resources for catechists and teachers.

Catechetical Leaders
Formation and research for directors of religious education and youth ministers.

Child & Family Religious Education
Programs and resources for children K-8 and their parents.

Youth Ministry
Programs and resources for ministry with teens.

Resources
Church documents, publications, forms and newsletters, and resource center.

Guidelines for Parishes
Curriculum and program policies for religious education

Christian Formation Committees
Training and resources