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Program Resources On Good Soil Resources Books General Directory for Catechesis Sowing Seeds Our Hearts Were Burning Within Us Leader's Guide to Our Hearts Were Burning Within Us In Support of Catechetical Ministry The Catechetical Documents The General Directory for Catechesis in Plain English The Catechist in the Third Millennium General Directory for Catechesis 300 pages From the Publisher The successor to the 1971 General Catechetical Directory has been revised by the Congregation for the Clergy in light of significant recent documents regarding catechesis released during the last 30 years including the editio typica of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. The new GDC includes a general definition of catechesis and its goals and essential elements, along with drafting national catechisms and catechetical directories. Notes and Comments on the General Directory for Catechesis From the Publisher With the goal of bringing the new General Directory for Catechesis to the widest possible audience, this companion publication follows the Directory paragraph by paragraph. Commentary and notes tease out the main themes, highlight central points, and explain terms or clarify the text where necessary in order to offer insights and guidance. Our Hearts Were Burning Within Us A Pastoral Plan for Adult Faith Formation in the United States From the Publisher The U. S. Bishops renew their commitment to adult faith formation, addressing the opportunities and potential challenges and concerns of this area of ministry. Goals, principles, and content approaches are provided to help leaders as they reach out to the adults in their community. Leader's Guide to Our Hearts Were Burning Within Us Resource Manual www.nccbuscc.org From the Publisher Building on the pastoral plan Our Hearts Were Burning Within Us, this new manual provides adults with practical tools and resources to study the plan, examine its implications for their parish and diocesan programs of adult faith formation, and assist them in developing strategies to implement the plan. The guide consists of three session plans that highlight the pastoral plan's understanding of, approaches to, and organizing for adult faith formation. The leader's guide includes the complete text of the pastoral plan. United States Catholic Conference, 2001 From the Publisher Centered on the theme, "Love Beyond All Telling / Amor Indescriptible" the U.S. bishops' Department of Education presents this year's materials for the September 16 celebration. English/Spanish Kit features an English/Spanish manual containing prayers, celebrating Catechetical Sunday at your parish, retreats and spiritual formation, activities for principals and DREs, involving the family in catechesis, clip art, Sample English Certificate, Sample Spanish Certificate, Sample English Prayer Card, and Sample Spanish Prayer Card; English and Spanish Certificates for presentation to catechists in recognition of the vital work that they perform; English and Spanish Prayer Cards available in packages of 50 for distribution throughout your parish and diocese; English/Spanish Poster for display in parishes, schools, and wherever the work of catechesis takes place. The team of authors who collaborated on this year's manual include Most Rev. Donald W. Wuerl, Mike Amodei, Pedro Moreno, Fanny Pedraza, Mary Sperry, and Chris Weber. Edited by Kathleen Hendricks (English section) and Marina Herrera (Spanish). In Support of Catechetical Ministry A Statement of the National Conference of Catholic Bishops In 1935, the U.S. bishops, in response to requests from the Holy See, instituted the annual celebration known as Catechetical Sunday. In commemoration, the bishops reaffirm their support for catechists and challenge leadership at all levels to continually improve and refine their catechetical efforts. A Parish Resource Order: Liturgy Training Publications at 800.933.1800 The Catechetical Documents contains the following documents, with an overview and outline of each:
The General Directory for Catechesis in Plain English A Summary and Commentary www.twentythirdpublications.com From the Publisher For those of us who need and desire to study the General Directory for Catechesis more deeply but have been daunted or hindered by its length and vocabulary, here is the answer. The General Directory for Catechesis in Plain English is that and more! Best-selling author Bill Huebsch uses his gift for clear, concise, and fluid prose to provide an outstanding paraphrase of the Directory. His text goes straight to the heart of each passage, and serves as a key to opening the riches contained there. Readers familiar with Bill Huebsch's other books will welcome this valuable handbook. There is a brief study guide in the front of this book that will help readers ask thoughtful questions and focus on key points as they review the text. Catechists, teachers, DREs, and pastors will find here an indispensable aid for studying the GDC and a book that is enjoyable in itself. About the Author Bill Huebsch is a popular author and workshop presenter, most notably on the topics of catechetics, spirituality, and the Second Vatican Council. He is a frequent contributor to Religion Teacher's Journal, and is the author of many books. The Catechist in the Third Millennium Call, Mission and Formation Order:New York State Catholic Conference, 465 State Street, Albany, New York 12203. Voice: 518.434.6196 Fax: 518.434.9796. It may also be purchased from any of the eight diocesan offices in New York State. Review The Catechist in the Third Millennium: Call, Mission and Formation is the recent document written and published collaboratively by the New York State Roman Catholic Bishops and the New York State Diocesan Directors of Religious Education. Written in the spirit of the General Directory for Catechesis and building on their earlier joint work, Journeying Toward a Future Full of Promise, this document reaffirms the priority of catechesis in the Church and the call for a recommitment to the formation of catechists in New York State. The initiatives called forth in this paper are:
The document includes sections on the meaning of catechesis, the vocational call of the catechist, the qualities of the catechist, and the responsibilities of the catechist. A central part of this document includes the selection and interview of the catechist and the New York State curriculum topics for catechist formation. An important conclusion of the document highlights the importance of partnerships in catechesis: parents and family, the parish community, pastor and all priests, the parish/school catechetical leader, the diocesan office, and the bishop. The Catechist in the Third Millennium is written with great gratitude and affirmation to those who have accepted the call to be catechists, recognizing that this ministry is difficult due to societal changes, time constraints, the influence of culture, diminishing resources, lack of knowledge and skills in new catechists, and the stress on the family today. And yet, it is written in hope and confidence that we are on the brink of a catechetical renewal which will echo through every city, suburb, town, and village in our state. Jeanne Schrempf is Director of Religious Education for the Diocese of Albany, New York. John Hurley on Evangelization Evaluating Your Ministry as Catechist/Total Parish Catechesis Your Call to "Walk the Walk"/Total Parish Catechesis A New Look at Grace/Total Parish Catechesis Praying with Pope John/Doctrine for Today National Conference of Catholic Bishops The National Conference of Catholic Bishops (NCCB) and the United States Catholic Conference (USCC) are the organizations of the American Catholic hierarchy. Through these distinct but closely related organizations - one a canonical entity, the other a civil corporation - the bishops fulfill their responsibilities of leadership and service to Church and nation. 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NCEA's mission is to advance the educational and catechetical mission of the Church and provide leadership and service to its members in preschools, elementary and secondary schools, parish catechetical/religious education programs, diocesan offices, colleges, universities and seminaries who serve over 7.6 million students. homefaith.com is a service of Claretian Publications. Areas of special interests include: weekly meditation, family spirituality, handing on the faith, family and media, practical parenting tips and resources for parents. http://www.faithalivebooks.com/ faithAlivebooks.com is an independent review of spiritual and religious books. Featured titles help people connect faith to everyday life. Read reviews and buy spiritual and religious books, many of which reflect the Catholic tradition. A special section includes books for catechists. 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