Crafts for Catechesis: Seven Sacraments Stained-Glass Window
JESSICA GORDON
This fun and colorful craft provides an excellent opportunity to teach children more about the sacraments instituted by Jesus Christ and how they...
The Joy of a Clean Heart : A craft about Penance and Reconciliation
SARA JONCKHEERE
Sin has a way of weighing us down and hardening our hearts. Children feel this too and need to be taught that the...
Sacraments and Catechesis: Building-Blocks of Faith
In the fourth century, Augustine declared that Sacraments are sacred signs. Throughout the history of the Church, Sacraments have been connected to Christ as revelations of God and signs of grace. The histories of the various Sacraments are rich. For our purpose, we will reflect and build upon what the Second Vatican Council proclaimed about the Sacraments.
The Big Yes
Preparing Children for Reconciliation
Explaining Baptism and Confirmation
One of the traditional images of the church is that of the ark. In this model, the goal is to get everyone on board,...
Catholic I.Q. Quiz – Sacraments 101
BY DAVID O’BRIEN
Here's a 20-question quiz on the sacraments. It contains sample questions such as:
How often can a person receive Holy Communion?
...
Take This Ring: Teaching the Sacrament of Matrimony to Middle Schoolers
by Kate Ristow
For an activity that will help students understand the interrelationship between friendship and choosing a marriage partner, see the end of...
“Bless me, Father, for I have no idea what I am doing…”
Facilitating a positive experience of confession for young people
SR. BRITTANY HARRISON, FMA
As a convert, my only exposure to the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation...
Parents: The Key to Successful Sacramental Programs
by Kate Ristow
Catechetical leaders whose sacramental preparation programs get rave evaluations each year often attribute this accomplishment to their concerted efforts to...
Teaching the Sacraments with Digital Creativity
Computers, laptops, smartphones, tablets, interactive whiteboards, apps, blogs, and tweets: Technology is part of our everyday lives at home, in school, and in the parish. Technology is here to stay, and it can be a great gift in ministry!
