St. Bede's Catholic Church

Newcastle upon Tyne

I would like to tell you about the:

DIOCESE OF HEXHAM AND NEWCASTLE

Diocesan Religious Education Centre

It is based at: St. Vincent’s Diocesan Offices

St. Cuthbert’s House

West Road

Newcastle

NE15 7PY

Tel: (0191) 2433313

Fax: (0191) 2433309

e-mail: sharon.odonnell@st-vincents.com

The Sharon O’Donnell referred to in the e-mail address is the Adult Religious Education Adviser at the Centre and a marvellous Lady.

The centre run many interesting and informative courses from the Centre or in local parish centres and halls.

In addition to the courses Sharon is also available to give advise and guidance about different resources relating to Sacramental preparation programmes and adult faith development as well as supporting parishes in setting up and developing teams of parish catechists.

Below is a list of some of the courses available:

Baptism
First Steps in Faith
First Holy Communion and First Reconciliation
Confirmation
Journey in Faith (The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults)
Annual Catechist Day
Ministry of Welcome
Come Follow Me
A Light on The Eucharist
Shedding Light on the Sacraments- Scripture
Shedding Light on the Sacraments- Doctrine
An Introduction to The Old Testament
An Introduction to The New Testament
Christology
Church
Moral Decision Making
Sacraments

A copy of the latest ADULT RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWSLETTER is on the notice board at the back of church, providing details of some of the up and coming courses.

If anyone is interested in any of these courses or finding out more about the Centre please come and see me or give me a call.

DIOCESE OF HEXHAM AND NEWCASTLE

First Holy Communion and First Reconciliation

Annual Catechist Day

Father Jim