Becoming a great catechist!
PEG BOWMAN
A parish DRE gave each catechist a mug which read, "World's Greatest Catechist." One person commented, "Mine should only say 'A Good Catechist.'...
The Catechist and Scripture — A Parish-Based Retreat
DEANNA G. BARTALINI
Praying and reflecting on who we are as catechists
This retreat is designed so that a local director of religious education and a...
Hurry—Only Four More Weeks ’til Christmas!
Advent is a Time for Spiritual Housekeeping
SUSIE LLOYD
As we prepare to celebrate the coming of Jesus let us keep in mind this often-overlooked truth...
Catechizing in an Age of Scandals: Tips for being prepared
PAT GOHN, and other contributors
You are an important witness for Christ amidst Church scandals. As accounts unfold regarding the horrific sexual abuse of minors...
Can a Catholic Marry a Non-Catholic? (10-min. video)
A seemingly simple question many of us are asked. Take 10 minutes and listen to this explanation.
Sacred Moments: The Liturgical Dimensions of Catholic Life
Pat Gohn
Transitions … they are so much a part of our Catholic life. As we come to December, we experience the transition from fall...
Practice Gratitude
ELIZABETH ANNE STEWART
Built in 1880, right after the Chicago Fire, Old St. James has a rich history that includes being the first racially integrated...
Keeping Advent in a Digital Age
Apps, Websites, and Activities Geared for the Season
JONATHAN F. SULLIVAN
Keeping an Advent season of attentive and joyful anticipation — amidst the secular celebration...
Forgiveness: Asked and Offered — Excerpt from Finding Your Spiritual Direction as a Catechist
An excerpt from Finding Your Spiritual Direction as a Catechist
By William B. Miller
Chapter 7: Forgiveness
If you were to ask a dozen people to give...
5 Tips for Forming Catechists’ Spirituality
DR. LORI DAHLHOFF
Nurturing the spirituality of catechists is crucial to providing effective religious education.
Daily meditation on Scripture
Incorporate guided meditation on Scripture into meetings...
