Filled with powerful testimonies from catechists; the fundamentals of evangelization, catechesis, and discipleship; and even helpful connections for parents, An Evangelizing Catechesis will change your approach to teaching the Catholic Faith. It is perfect for parish catechists, Catholic school religion teachers, parish and diocesan catechetical leaders, youth ministers, RCIA coordinators, pastors, and parents.
Few topics are as important, or as controversial, as the proper role and exercise of authority in the Roman Catholic Church. Inspired by Pope Francis's bold rereading and determined implementation of the teaching of Vatican II, Richard Gaillardetz has completely revised and expanded his book By What Authority? It offers a helpful introduction to the nature and forms of church authority and their relationship to authentic Christian belief and discipleship. Gaillardetz offers theologically clear and pastorally insightful considerations of:
the character of divine revelation, the authority of Scripture and tradition
the role of the pope and bishops in preserving the Christian faith
the levels of church teaching authority, the central faith witness of all the baptized
the possibility of disagreements with church teaching, and the proper relationship between theologians, the magisterium, and the whole people of God
the authority of the believing community and the controversial questions that arise when there are conflicting interpretations of church teaching.
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.
Here it is -- the first new Catechism of the Catholic Church in more than 400 years, a complete summary of what Catholic throughout the world believe in common. This book is the catechism (the word means "instruction") that will serve as the standarad for all future catechisms.
The Catechism draws on the Bible, the Mass, the Sacraments, Church tradition and teaching, and the lives of saints. It comes with a complete index, footnotes and cross-references for a fuller understanding of every subject. Using the tradition of explaining what the Church believes (the Creed), what she celebrates (the Sacraments), what she lives (the Commandments), and what she prays (the Lord's Prayer), the Catechism of the Catholic Church offers challenges for believers and answers for all those interested in learning about the mystery of the Catholic faith. Here is a positive, coherent and contemporary map for our spiritual journey toward transformation.
The Catechism of the Catholic Church is, as Pope John Paul II calls it, "a special gift."
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.
Being a catechist is an important ministry in the Church. More than just teachers of faith and doctrine, catechists are called to make an affirmation of God's love and presence in the world today. This booklet discusses the dynamic aspects of contemporary catechists and the spirituality that must guide them as they approach their ministry. Moving from an approach based on the facts to a personal experience with God, catechists are active witnesses of the Christian message to their students, to their Church and to the world.
The National Directory for Catechesis is a companion to the General Directory for Catechesis (GDC), building on some of the core themes of the GDC, like catechesis's relationship to evangelization and worship, and provides practical tools for doing catechesis well. This is a "must-have" for anyone in catechesis or Catholic education-teachers, principals, directors, and coordinators of religious education and youth ministry, catechists, and students in the field.
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.
In a world of facts and figures, can an intellectual have faith? Is it possible to believe anything the Bible says? Yes, and one man will show you how.
Amidst scientists' attempts to debunk Christianity's truths and atheists' assuming the Bible is a how-to-be-virtuous self-help book, bestselling author Dinesh D'Souza resolves to both answer the tough questions and challenge believers as well as doubters to search for the ultimate truths about theories of origin. D'Souza tackles subjects and events such as the Crusades and the Spanish Inquisition, the Big Bang theory and Darwinism--everything you always pondered but never scrutinized, now placed under the proverbial microscope and studied thoroughly.