Guiding Your Parish Through the Christian Initiation Process
Title | Guiding Your Parish Through the Christian Initiation Process PDF eBook |
Author | William R. Bruns |
Publisher | Franciscan Media |
Pages | 164 |
Release | 1993 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 9780867161885 |
What do you need to know to direct your parish's RCIA? William Bruns, an experienced parish RCIA director, offers a handy guide, a basic "starter kit, " that answers questions you might have about the process: What is the RCIA? How did it begin? What are the various liturgical rites and how are they carried out? What are some common misunderstandings and mistakes? How do I get started? How about a sample calendar?
The Role of the Coordinator in Christian Initiation
Title | The Role of the Coordinator in Christian Initiation PDF eBook |
Author | Donna M. Eschenauer |
Publisher | LiturgyTrainingPublications |
Pages | 180 |
Release | 2017-11-21 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 1618332384 |
This resource helps Christian initiation coordinators understand the vision of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults and how to implement the process in the parish. The author leads readers through the text of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, contextualizing each section. She 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.
Guide for Celebrating® Christian Initiation with Children
Title | Guide for Celebrating® Christian Initiation with Children PDF eBook |
Author | Rita Burns Senseman |
Publisher | LiturgyTrainingPublications |
Pages | 242 |
Release | 2017-07-06 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 1618332023 |
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.
Guide for Training Initiation Ministers
Title | Guide for Training Initiation Ministers PDF eBook |
Author | Michael Ruzicki |
Publisher | LiturgyTrainingPublications |
Pages | 146 |
Release | 2017-07-07 |
Genre | Catechists |
ISBN | 1616713542 |
This resource provides RCIA coordinators with the tools needed to train everyone involved in the formation of new adult Christians.
Q&A on the RCIA
Title | Q&A on the RCIA PDF eBook |
Author | Paul Turner |
Publisher | Liturgy Training Publications |
Pages | 128 |
Release | 2019-05-16 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 1618333089 |
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is an essential element in the life of every parish; when implemented well, the process transforms a parish community while forming new disciples. Q&A on the RCIA: A Guide to Understanding Christian Initiation is an easy-to-use resource that will assist RCIA teams, catechists, liturgists, priests, and deacons as they navigate the initiation process. Pastorally and succinctly, this resource answers many frequently asked questions about the process of Christian initiation and its rites. This book: - provides a quick reference for any member of the RCIA team and parish staff - is divided by the four periods of the catechumenate process for easy reference - contains over 100 of the most frequently asked questions - gives practical guidance and wisdom to help direct initiation ministers
Guide for Celebrating® Christian Initiation with Adults
Title | Guide for Celebrating® Christian Initiation with Adults PDF eBook |
Author | Victoria M. Tufano |
Publisher | LiturgyTrainingPublications |
Pages | 273 |
Release | 2017-07-06 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 161833204X |
This invaluable guide for preparing the liturgies for the rites of Christian initiation will assist priests, liturgists, liturgy commissions, and coordinators of Christian initiation. The book focuses primarily on the rites for unbaptized adults but also considers the rites for uncatechized adults, the reception of baptized Christians into full communion, and the reception of Orthodox Christians. A Q & A chapter answers a range of questions for those who coordinate the process and parish pastors. A table outlines each period and step of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, indicating the rites that occur during each period and the length of each period. A glossary defines terms relevant to the Christian initiation process. The section on resources provides a library of initiation materials.
An Introduction to the OCIA
Title | An Introduction to the OCIA PDF eBook |
Author | Ronald J. Lewinski |
Publisher | Liturgy Training Publications |
Pages | 113 |
Release | 2024-08-01 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 161671736X |
The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is the Church’s ritual for welcoming and forming adults and children of catechetical age in the way of Jesus as it is lived in the Roman Catholic tradition. In this resource, Fr. Ronald J. Lewinksi provides a basic and thorough introduction to the Church’s vision for the process of Christian initiation, guiding initiation ministers through the various rituals and steps of the OCIA through the lens of conversion, evangelization, and discipleship. This book is an excellent resource for new and experienced initiation ministers as well as for those who seek a deeper understanding of how the Church welcomes and initiates adult Catholic Christians. This revised edition has been updated to reflect the new translation of the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults.