Welcome to NCCL!
FAITHFULLY SERVING SINCE 1934...
The National Community of Catechetical Leaders is dedicated to promoting the ministries of evangelization and catechesis in the U.S. Catholic Church by fostering a community of leaders who proclaim and teach the Word of Jesus Christ through the witness of accompaniment, education, and formation in the Catholic faith.
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NEW SITE PAGES!
Introducing a fresh look for NCCL Informs:
EFFECTIVE PRACTICES
BY AUDIENCE
The NCCL team is always looking to provide the many catechetical leaders in our community with quality resources in an easily-accessible format.
That's why we've collected content into a new Effective Practices "hub" under the Informs menu. There, you'll find conference videos, blog posts, research reports, feature articles, and more, sorted into groups focused on:
Children Adolescents Young Adults Adults Parents & Families Intergenerational (All Ages) Leaders
Find Resources for Your Specific Ministry
NCCL GATHERS: CURRENT EVENTS!
NEW: ONLINE RETREAT EXPERIENCE
and it's FREE!
Journeying into the
Eucharistic Heart of God
Joy in Christ Jesus, Hope for the Mission
A FREE 3-HOUR RETREAT EXPERIENCE
JUNE 5, 2024 | Zoom Sessions from 1-4pm EST
Retreat Leader: Tom Quinlan
St. Joseph's Evangelization Center, Des Moines, IA
Learn More About The Event & Facilitator
Did you know...?
NCCL offers a Jobs Board for diocesan offices and parishes around the country to post opportunities for the talented, faith-filled members of our community.
View / Share Open PositionsEXPLORE ALL NCCL HAS TO SHARE
What are you interested in?
NCCL Educates
Engage in courses from experts in catechetical ministry to develop your knowledge and skills.
NCCL Curates
Find videos from NCCL conferences, back issues of Catechetical Leader Magazine, and more.
NCCL Connects
Build relationships with catechetical leaders in our online community space and forums.
NCCL Informs
Access the latest thinking and current practices being used in catechetical ministry today.
NCCL Innovates
Learn about our new initiatives: “Families at the Center” & “Missionary Synodal Parish.”
NCCL Gathers
Participate in free online conferences focused on important topics in catechetical ministry.
NCCL NEWS
Insightful content delivered straight to your inbox.
Catechetical ministry is a journey. We’ll walk with you and offer weekly wisdom along the way.
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