OUR GOALS
- Strengthen the culture of formation and ministerial identity within the laity
- Provide solid theological, pastoral, spiritual and human formation to the laity
- Develop catechetical and other lay leadership in our parishes and schools
LEVELS OF FORMATION
Basic Formation (Available for those seeking Catechist/Ministry Certification and Renewal)
For those seeking knowledge of the Catholic Faith and how to share it. Completion of coursework can be applied toward Basic Certification. Please click here for more information.
- Catechists
- Catholic school teachers
- Other lay ministers
- Applicants to the Diaconate program
Intermediate Course Series
Registration Link: https://catholic.formstack.com/forms/ics2627
A seven-part series for those who have completed their basic formation and would like to continue with formation. A 3-year cycle of theology program for Master Catechist and Advanced Studies.
The Department of Lay Formation of the Diocese of Sacramento offers Intermediate Course Series, Level 1- a ministerial program and Level 2 - theological program, for all catechetical and ministry leaders.
You will receive a Certificate of Completion upon finishing Level 1. This level focuses on ministry areas such as Liturgy, Catechesis, Pastoral Ministry, Social Concerns, Marriage and amily, Youth and Young Adult Ministry, and Sacred Scripture.
Intermediate Course Series Level 2 is a 3-year Advanced Certification Program for Master Catechist Certification and Advanced Studies Certification for Lay Ministry Leaders and Deacon Candidates. This level focuses on some foundational areas of Theology.
2026 - 2027
Level 1: Marriage & Family, and Introduction to the Sacred Scripture
Level 2: Revelation & Transmission, and The Person of Christ (Christology)
Advanced Formation (see ICS Level 2 above)
For those who will "Form the Formators".
- Lay leaders responsible for lay formation in parishes or deaneries
- Master Catechists or candidates for a Master Catechist Certificate
- Diaconate Candidates