12319 New Hampshire Avenue,
Silver Spring, MD 20904
301-622-1122
St. John the Baptist offers weekly grade-specific Religious Education classes for children in grades K-8 who are not enrolled in Catholic school. These classes, which are taught by teams of volunteer catechists, provide each student with an increasing understanding of the basic tenets of our faith as they grow in their love of God. Classes fill on a first-come basis
Religious Education for all Grades K-8 meets in the School on Sunday 10:15-11:25 a.m. Families are encouraged to attend Mass together.
All Classes (Gr. K-8) Begin: Sunday October 1, 2023
View the 2023 -2024 Calendar
To volunteer as a catechist, catechist’s aide or curriculum planner, contact the Faith Formation.
Teach elementary faith formation classes. Requires a single school year commitment (September through early May) to teach a grade continuously on Sunday mornings 10:10-11:20 a.m. Virtus training is required, but can be completed through SJB.
Assist in elementary faith formation classes. Requires a single school year commitment (Sept. through early May) to assist with a grade continuously on Sun. mornings 10:10-11:20 a.m. Could be a high school student. For those over 18, Virtus training is required but can be completed through SJB.
Plan lessons and support catechists for a particular grade offaith formation. Requires a single school year commitment (Sept. through early May) which includes being present for classes Sun. mornings, 10:10-11:20 a.m. Virtus training is required but can be completed through SJB.
Teach middle school faith formation classes. Requires a single school year commitment (September through early May) to teach a grade continuously on Sundays, 10:10 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. Virtus training is required, but can be completed through SJB.
Teach middle school faith formation classes. Requires a single school year commitment (September through early May) to assist with a grade continuously on Sundays, 10:10 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. Virtus training is required, but can be completed through SJB.
A small group (no more than 12) of parishioners that meets regularly for community, reflection of scripture, prayer, and food (of course!). Meeting schedule and time commitment depends on the group.
Meets every Tuesday, 7:30 to 9 p.m., in the Parish Center to practice silent meditation, watch a spiritual DVD and have a spiritual discussion.
Coach the various sports offered through SJB’s Athletic Ministry program—soccer, basketball, baseball/softball. Coaches are needed for all ages, Kindergarten through High School. High school students may volunteer to assist with younger grades. For those over 18, Virtus training is required, but can be completed through SJB.
Assist with various activities of the Youth Ministry Program, such as service trips, social events and other group activities for which adult chaperones are needed. Must be over 18 years old. Virtus training is required, but can be completed through SJB.
SJB hosts Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts. If you would be willing to serve as a Den Leader, Pack Leader, or other Scout volunteer, we are always looking for more assistance. Virtus training is required, but can be completed through SJB.
SJB hosts Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts. If you would be willing to serve as a Den Leader, Pack Leader, or other Scout volunteer, we are always looking for more assistance. Virtus training is required, but can be completed through SJB.
SJB hosts Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts. If you would be willing to serve as a Den Leader, Pack Leader, or other Scout volunteer, we are always looking for more assistance. Virtus training is required, but can be completed through SJB.
SJB hosts Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts. If you would be willing to serve as a Den Leader, Pack Leader, or other Scout volunteer, we are always looking for more assistance. Virtus training is required, but can be completed through SJB.
Welcome the First Communion child and family, and assist the priest by helping them celebrate at Mass. Volunteer commitment is a few Sundays per year.
Supports and walks with a person on the path to becoming Catholic. Attends classes and stands with candidate during RCIA rituals, especially at the Easter Vigil Mass. Volunteer commitment is for one year beginning in the Summer and going through Spring.