Wee Praise is held on Sunday mornings during the 9:30am Mass
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The St. Louis Wee Praise program is in need of volunteers for the following volunteer positions.
Catechist – Prepare and teach lesson as outlined in the curriculum manual. Must attend every scheduled Wee Praise class -or- schedule a substitute from approved list. Must arrive no later than 9:10am on class days and stay until all children are picked up and materials are put away (usually 10:45).
Adult Assistant – Assist Catechist with planned lesson as requested. Must attend every scheduled Wee Praise class -or- schedule a substitute from approved list. Must arrive no later than 9:10am on class days and stay until all children are picked up and materials are put away (usually 10:45am).
Classroom Helper – Assist Catechist and Adult Assistant as requested. Must attend every scheduled Wee Praise class -or- schedule a substitute from approved list. Must arrive no later than 9:10am on class days and stay until all children are picked up and materials are put away (usually 10:45am). Volunteer hours are available for those who are completing service hour requirement.
Substitute Catechist – Fill in as needed for Catechist, Assistant or Helper. When substituting for a Catechist, lesson plan and materials will be provided unless the Substitute requests to plan his/her own lesson.
Please note: The Archdiocese of Baltimore is committed to providing a safe environment for children and youth. All parish volunteers who come in frequent contact with children/youth are required to complete a volunteer certification process. All adult volunteers must complete VIRTUS Certification, which includes a criminal background check. Volunteer opportunities are also available for youth beginning in the 6th grade. Youth, ages 14 to 17, must complete STAND Certification in order to volunteer.