Catechists

Catechesis has an essential role to play in handing on faith, writes Liam Kelly in this personable and popularly written book. In it he takes on the important subject of catechesis and emphasizes that this is not a modern invention of the Church, but that proclaiming the Good News was a mandate from Jesus himself.Kelly devotes ample attention to how faith has been handed down through the centuries, but does not limit himself to a historical perspective. Looking at the history of catechesis automatically prompts the question, Kelly says, But what about handing on faith in the parish community today? And so, in the light of that history, this book offers a model for catechesis and some pastoral, practical reflections to aid the ministry of catechesis.Written for catechists old and new, as well as priests and persons considering becoming catechists, this book will be a valuable resource. The reflection questions following each chapter ensure that it is appropriate for group discussion as well as private thought.

Fr. Thomas G. Weinandy , O.F.M. Cap. The fascinating world of Christian theology opened to all of us. Words like Christology and soteriology can make our eyes glaze over. But masked by those big words in theology textbooks is some fascinating stuff. The questions theologians are asking are the questions that concern every Christian. Now, Father Weinandy makes those complicated theological issues understandable to ordinary intelligent readers like you and me. Going straight to Scripture, we learn about the plan of salvation in clear language that's precise enough to satisfy the experienced theologian. And the book is faithful to the teaching of the Catholic Church - which is all too rare in theological circles. For every Christian who wants to understand Jesus and His work of Salvation better, here is an understandable introduction to the theological wisdom of the ages.

How do we talk with members of other religions without compromising our own Faith? Is interreligious dialog even possible?

God wants YOU to become a hero of the Faith.

He wants all of us to share the truth and beauty we've found in the Catholic Church, no matter who we are or where we come from. In One Moment Can Change a Soul: Helping Catholics Come Home, you'll find encouragement and inspiration to say "yes" to God's call. Tom Peterson shows how God gives each one of us the grace we need to share the Faith and show countless people the way home to Jesus and his Church.

Finally, a practical, step-by-step guide to the new evangelization! Father Robert J. Hater takes the New Evangelization from concept and theory to practical application, and shows pastoral leaders and ministers exactly how to implement it parish-wide.