Parents are the most influential agents of catechesis for their children. They have a unique responsibility for the education of their children; they are their first educators, or catechists. (National Directory of Catechesis 234)

Parents are challenged in so many ways with this responsibility of raising their children in the faith. The influences of a secular culture and the busy schedules of families today make the value of a strong and healthy household of faith even more important. 

Below are outlines of the diocesan religion curriculum written especially for parents.  These outlines are designed to provide a general overview of the content for insturction within each age grouping along with prayers and at-home activities that can reinforce what is learned at the parish or school program.  Please direct all questions and comments to Elaine Dankowski, Associate Director of Lifelong Faith Formation at 716-847-5516 or edankowski@buffalodiocese.org. Simply 'click' on each title for the resource:

PRIMARY GRADES (1-3)

INTERMEDIATE GRADES (4-6)

JUNIOR HIGH/MIDDLE SCHOOL (7 & 8)

Upcoming Program:

Family, Faith, First
This event is the Parent Track at the Diocesan Youth Convention. It has been designed for parents of teens and parish leaders (who would like a better understanding of how to minister to families with adolescents.) The keynote speakers will: Discuss practical skills for parents to become faith formation leaders in their home, discuss the current cultural demands and face the challenge of witnessing the faith to our children. Its schedule on Sunday, February 14, 2010 from 9:30AM – 12:00 Noon. For a flyer or to register, “Click here” For more information, contact chanley@buffalodiocese.org or (716) 847-5521.
 

The following websites contain sections especially for parents for use independently of together with their children. Some are from religion textbook publishers, however, one need not use that particular textbook to use their sites. Please visit them regularly.