Education Commission

The primary tasks of the Education Commission are to:

1. Implement the educational policies of the Archdiocese of Detroit.

2. Work with the professional staff in planning, implementing and evaluating parish education programs (elementary through adult).

3. Develop and implement specific objectives to address the parish goal(s) each year.

The St. Gerald Religious Education program offers catechesism for children from ages 3 through 14 (8th grade). Our catechists and students share and grow in faith as they journey together. We have a dedicated staff of volunteers, trained as catechists, who help lead our children in catechesism. The Religious Education Program has many opportunities for volunteers, including:

  • Family Nursery Child Care Provider at 10:00 a.m. Mass
  • Elementary Religious Education Catechist
  • Elementary Religious Education Substitute Catechist
  • Teacher's Aide
  • Middle School - Alternating Mondays 7 - 9 p.m.
  • Small Group Discussion Leader
  • Office Volunteer during Elementary Religious Education class time
  • Child Care Provider for Catechists during Elementary Religious Education
  • Confirmation Program - Once a Month on a Monday, 7 - 9 p.m.
  • Catechist - Team Leader
  • Parent Involvement Leader


If you are interested any of the above opportunities, please contact Mary Taylor for ages 3 through 7th grade programs, and Carol McGarvey for the Confirmation program.

The Youth Ministry is an opportunity for teens to gather together to explore their faith and to explore the Catholic Church. As young people continue to grow, they need help bridging the gap between adolescence and adulthood. Young people need to feel connected to the Church. Youth Ministry offers that feeling of belonging. Volunteers are needed.

  • High School - Wednesdays 7 - 9 p.m.
  • Youth Group Adult Leader
  • Youth Group Adult Chaperone/Driver
If you are interested in becoming involved in the St. Gerald Youth Ministry, please contact Carol McGarvey.

The RCIA Process and the Couple-to-Couple Program are occasions for members of St. Gerald community to share in the responsibility of the formation of new members. They serve as:
 

  • RCIA Christian Initiation Catechist
  • RCIA Sponsor for Catechumen and candidate
  • Marriage Preparation Couple (Couple-to-Couple)
If you are interested in obtaining more information about the Adult Education ministry, please contact Mary Taylor or Peggy Backus.