Vision
The vision of the Catechism department
is to nurture the faith formation of
children, fostering their spiritual,
ecclesial, and social growth. We strive to
provide a platform that encompasses faith
formation, value education, worship, and
service.
Objectives
Our objective is to cultivate leadership qualities
among our children, empowering them to become
confident and compassionate individuals. Moreover,
we aim to guide them in recognizing our unique
and distinct identity as St. Thomas Christians
in the Diocese of Kalyan. Additionally, we encourage
our children to showcase their hidden talents
through active participation in various religious
and cultural events of the Church. Together,
we embark on a journey of holistic development,
nurturing the minds, hearts, and spirits of our
young ones.
Coffee With Jesus
A monthly prayer service hosted by the
catechism students. Includes worship songs,
intercessory prayers, and concludes with the
Eucharist blessing.
Grandparents and Parents Day
Celebrated by children by gifting
cards and roses to every grandparent in the
parish. Families stand and pray together for
the Holy Mass.
Faith Formation Day
Children participate in the yearly St.
Thomas Academy, where they prepare a variety
of cultural performances both individually
and collectively as a Catechism department,
imparting in them Christian principles of
cooperation, diligence, and teamwork.
Christmas celebration & Outreach
programme
For the joy of Christmas, Catechism
students, teachers and PTF members, all
choose Christmas friends. Throughout the
advent season, everyone prays for their
friends and exchanges gifts after midnight
mass.
Students practice abstinence and fill out donation
boxes that are eventually given to the orphanage/old
age home outreach programme. The suggested planners
are diligently followed by students as they participate
in the Christmas events.
Holy Infants Day
Celebrated on the 28th of December.
Small tots of Airoli parish dress up as various
characters of the Nativity scene. The event includes
'Punjiri malsaram', ramp walks, and fun-filled
dance performances by children.
Eucharistia camp
Camps are conducted which includes value-based
learning with stories, action songs, and sessions
conducted by teachers about the gifts of the
Holy Spirit, alongside various fun-filled games.
