Catechist Survey
Father or Catechist: Helping the faithful understand human sexuality is an important, yet challenging, part of ministry in the Church today. In the Chastity Education Office, we are working on long term planning to support you in the good work that you do. We would greatly appreciate your input in helping us understand your needs as a teacher of the faith. The questions below are designed to give us an idea of where our efforts could be spent most effectively. Answers are anonymous and will not be published. If you have questions or additional comments not covered in this survey, please call Kate Whiteford at 814-824-1259.
I am a ...
priest
deacon
catechist
Catholic school teacher
other
What resources do you find most useful for Chastity Education (check no more than three answers)?
textbooks
Catechism and Church documents
the diocesan Chastity Education Office website
other Catholic websites, such as chastity.com
YouTube videos from reliable presenters
personnel in the diocesan Office of Chastity Education
Family Honor and connections made through Family Honor
a priest
a trusted friend or family member
Other
Which issues would you most welcome support in addressing (you may check more than one)?
same-sex attraction
gender identity
pornography
marital chastity
chaste dating
human sexuality: its purpose and context
family planning (NFP v. contraception)
Other
What do you find is the largest obstacle to receptive attitudes toward chaste living?
preconceived notions of what chastity is and what the Church teaches
getting over natural discomfort of speaking about human sexuality
lack of understanding in some issues
cultural sense that if it is difficult, it is not worth it
cultural sense that there is no universal right or wrong
not wanting or feeling unable to change current behaviors
Other
What have you found is most effective in cultivating receptive attitudes toward chaste living?
setting any chastity education in the context of rules and assistance from God, our loving Father, who created us and knows us intimately
discussion & activities
parental involvement
building friendships and accompaniment
providing specific support in making changes toward chaste behavior
Other
In which ways are you currently able to address God's plan for human love/chastity in your ministry (check all that apply)?
It is part of a unit, or a class during the year.
It is linked to ongoing conversations, talks, or homilies about human dignity, respect, and love throughout the year.
It is addressed in a yearly retreat.
Students are required or encouraged to take a Family Honor class with their parents.
I don't currently address chastity in a planned or consistent way.
Other
How comfortable do you feel teaching or preaching chastity?
This is my favorite topic.
very comfortable
moderately comfortable
mildly uncomfortable
very uncomfortable
I choose to delegate this topic because it is very uncomfortable for me.
I choose to delegate this topic because I do not feel that I have adequate background information to address it well.
What factors have you found impact your comfort level (check up to three that apply)?
age range of audience
state in life of audience
preparation
topic addressed
previous relationship with students or parishioners
expected reaction
Other
When would you recommend beginning education on human love and sexuality?
from birth
around puberty
middle school
high school
when a person begins dating
How often would you recommend teaching or discussing chastity?
weekly
monthly
yearly
Do you feel supported in your teaching or preaching of chastity?
very supported
moderately supported
unsupported
very unsupported
Would you welcome further instruction in WHAT the Church teaches regarding human sexuality?
I don't think that further information would be helpful to me.
There are a few topics on which I would welcome further instruction.
I have several questions and would welcome instruction.
I need instruction before I feel that I could summarize several areas of human sexuality.
Would you welcome further instruction in giving good reasons for WHY the Church teaches certain truths about human sexuality?
I don't think that further information would be helpful to me.
There are a few topics on which I would welcome further instruction.
I have several questions and would welcome instruction.
I need instruction before I feel that I could explain several areas of human sexuality.
Would you welcome further instruction in making chastity education engaging and relevant?
I don't think that further information would be helpful to me.
There are a few topics on which I would welcome further instruction.
There are several areas in which I would welcome instruction.
What should the Chastity Education Office know about the challenges you face and the things that are effective for you?
For teachers of the chastity program in Catholic schools, grades 5-8: Does the current chastity program adequately address the needs of our 5-8th graders today? Please provide feedback on its strengths and weaknesses.
For priests only: Would you welcome support addressing human sexuality in the context of the confessional, individual meetings, and marriage preparation?
I would welcome preparation for counseling situations.
I feel that I am prepared, but there are some topics which are difficult to address.
I feel up-to-date and comfortable with my preparation. I would not take advantage of any additional resources regarding pastoral situations.
For priests only: Would you welcome support increasing your comfort level in pastoral counseling situations?
I would welcome preparation and tips for increasing my comfort level.
I am comfortable, but I would welcome tips for topics which are difficult to address.
I am up-to-date and comfortable addressing all questions regarding human sexuality.
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