This resource shows both how to celebrate each of the rites within the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults and how to prepare children and their families for full participation in the rites. Sets forth a theological framework for the initiation of children as well as the sound praxes provided in the rite. A table outlines the periods and steps in the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, showing what takes place during each period and the rites belonging to the period. The Q&A chapter will answer a variety of questions for coordinators, directors of religious education and priests. A glossary defines the terms relevant to Christian initiation. Resources for future reference.
Victoria M. Tufano, Paul Turner, D. Todd Williamson. Imprimatur Nihil Obstat Very Reverend Daniel A. Smilanic, jcd Very Reverend Ronald A. Hicks Vicar for Canonical Services Vicar General Archdiocese of Chicago Archdiocese of Chicago ...
The book will document the author's expertise and experience in ushering children through the process and offers readers practical suggestions to help children and families, and at the same time, helps to underscore that the Rite should be ...
Children and Christian Initiation is a resource for Catholic parishes.
Parents play a vital role as their children prepare for the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist through the catechumenal process.
This second edition provides pastoral guidance for preparing joyful and communal celebrations of infant Baptism within or outside Mass according to the newly translated Order of Baptism of Children.
Initiation coordinators and catechists can also use this book to begin a conversation with parents and guardians about the sacramental journey for their children as it is outlined in the OCIA.
Focussing primarily on the material in Common Worship (including the new texts for baptism) as well as drawing on other liturgical traditions, this book fills the gap with a concise yet comprehensive treatment that takes full account of the ...
The author leads readers through the text of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, contextualizing each section.
Invite volunteers to point out areas that remind them of Bible stories. Who remembers the reading we heard last session? ( ○ Affirm the correct responses as you draw out the details of the story.) We heard more about Jesus healing last ...
Older siblings discuss curfews, allowances, restrictions on dating, drinking or use of the car. Number theslips of papersothat twoof them are #1,two are #2,etc. Place them in a basket drawa slip. andinvite each person to Thenask group ...