Discernment in Christian Initiation

Discernment in Christian Initiation
Author: Donna Steffen, SC
Publisher: LiturgyTrainingPublications
Total Pages: 175
Release: 2019-05-14
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1618332961

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As each step of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is approached, time is needed for listening for God's presence. This period of discernment allows the inquirer, the catechumen, or elect, a chance to consider how God is acting in his or her life and where God is calling the individual. Discernment in Christian Initiation assists initiation ministers with guiding people to listen to what God is doing in their lives and where God is leading them. The resource also aids initiation ministers as they help catechized and uncatechized baptized Christians seeking to be received into the Church to discern God's movement in their lives. A chapter focused on children provide initiation ministers with an understanding of how to discern the reasons for initiation with the parents and child as well as the needs of the child. This volume is an invaluable reference for sponsors and other guides who journey with RCIA candidates. It describes the decision-making process and how people have experienced it. The book serves to improve the listening skills of guides and helps them ask the right questions at the right time. The appendix contains specific suggestions for interviews during the four stages of the Christian initiation process and offers a format for a discernment day before the Rite of Election.

Discernment in Christian Initiation

Discernment in Christian Initiation
Author: Donna Steffen, SC
Publisher: LiturgyTrainingPublications
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2019-05-22
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1616714336

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The resource also aids initation ministers as they help catechized and uncatechized baptized Christians seeking to be received into the Church to discern God's movement in their lives. A chapter focused on children provide initiation ministers with an understanding of how to discern the reasons for initiation with the parents and child as well as the needs of the child.

Fanning the Flame

Fanning the Flame
Author: Heart of the Church Consultation
Publisher: Liturgical Press
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2017-02-28
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 081468372X

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The authors of this document supply much-needed clarification of baptism in the Holy Spirit. They also provide evidence that baptism in the Spirit belongs not to the personal experience of the few, not at all to private piety, but to the public official liturgy of the Church. Baptism in the Spirit is therefore normative. The authors, supported by letters of encouragement from two bishops, suggest ways in which the baptism in the Holy Spirit can be reappropriated by the local parish. Here are the sources of renewal, of on-going conversion, of the power of evangelization. For this reason, this document is of interest to pastors, liturgists, RCIA teams, people involved in the catechumenate, spiritual directors and those in spiritual formation.

The RCIA

The RCIA
Author: Thomas H. Morris
Publisher: Paulist Press
Total Pages: 292
Release: 1997
Genre: Initiation rites
ISBN: 9780809137589

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The revised second edition of the award-winning The RCIA: Transforming the Church incorporates new insights in liturgical catechesis and ritual celebration that have emerged since the original edition. The changed format includes an expanded commentary on each of the periods of the rite, expanded sections, all-new sections, practical guidelines, and suggestions for using the rite with children.Again divided into three parts, this resource first looks at foundational issues for implementing the rite, including underlying theological issues and ministries in initiation. The second section looks at each stage in the rite following a four-step process. The third section examines pastoral issues such as annulments, ecumenical sensitivity, discerning valid baptism, etc.

Unfolding the Mystery of Christ

Unfolding the Mystery of Christ
Author: Eliot Kapitan
Publisher: Liturgical Press
Total Pages: 168
Release: 2020-04-15
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0814665802

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2021 Catholic Media Association Award first place award in faith formation 2021 Catholic Media Association Award second place award in pastoral ministry - catechetical The catechumenate is animated by trust. Seekers have to trust in new, barely-rooted faith. Seekers also need to have trust in parish ministers, who will to guide them on the way. Parish ministers need to have trust in their Spirit-given gifts. Most importantly, all involved in the RCIA process needs to have trust in the church’s normative formation practice—scripture and tradition mediated through the gradual encounter with Christ in the celebration of the liturgical year. Eliot Kapitan makes it easier for each to trust. With gentle wisdom, he presents an ordered method for preparing the Period of the Catechumenate Sunday-by-Sunday, season-by-season, liturgical year-by-liturgical year. If you have ever lacked confidence in your ability to lead the seekers on the way of faith, this book will help you trust that you already have all the skills and resources you need.

Liturgical Spirituality and the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

Liturgical Spirituality and the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
Author: Shawn Madigan
Publisher: LiturgyTrainingPublications
Total Pages: 100
Release: 1997
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780929650807

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The Forum Essays series is a cooperative effort of The North American Forum on the Catechumenate and Liturgy Training Publications. The purpose of the series is to provide a forum for exploring issues emerging from the implementation of the order of Christian initiation. They are a great resource for anyone involved in initiation ministry, and especially for pastors and RCIA directors.

Journey of Faith for Adults, Catechumenate

Journey of Faith for Adults, Catechumenate
Author: Redemptorist Pastoral Publication
Publisher: Liguori Publications
Total Pages: 64
Release: 2016-08-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780764826245

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Journey of Faith for Teens introduces teens to the Catholic faith in a way that's relevant to where they are in their own lives, using an engaging pastoral style. Based on the ever-popular and long-running adult Christian initiation program from Liguori Publications, Journey of Faith and Jornada de Fe (previously, Camino de Fe) addresses relevant life issues, faith topics, and questions in a catechetical approach to RCIA. The lessons in Journey of Faith for Teens, Catechumenate address complex and sensitive issues from a contemporary perspective with authority and understanding. The topics in Catechumenate include the RCIA process and rites, salvation history, on each of the sacraments, Church history, dignity of life, social justice, and moral living. Engaged teens learn better, which is why we've combined collaborative activities with group discussions and private journaling to appeal to a variety of learners in a way that's flexible enough for you to modify to your unique needs.

Guide for Celebrating® Christian Initiation with Children

Guide for Celebrating® Christian Initiation with Children
Author: Rita Burns Senseman
Publisher: LiturgyTrainingPublications
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2017-07-06
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1618332023

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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.

Faithful Listening

Faithful Listening
Author: Joan Mueller
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 148
Release: 1996
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9781556129001

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Mueller remedies the difficulty of discernment with a textured overview of this practical charism of the Spirit: how, when, where, and why to discern, examining models of good discernment from scripture and history with particular attention to Ignatian rules for discerning.

The Role of the Coordinator in Christian Initiation

The Role of the Coordinator in Christian Initiation
Author: Donna M. Eschenauer
Publisher: LiturgyTrainingPublications
Total Pages: 114
Release: 2017-11-27
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1616713623

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This resource forms Christian initiation coordinators in the many aspects of their role. It provides the vision of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, outlines the roles of the coordinator in animating the parish and forming the team, and presents catechesis as framed within liturgical prayer. The Role of the Coordinator in Christian Initiation offers many practical tips to help the process flow smoothly in the parish.