The Rcia

Resource Publications published this book in 2000 as part of their "ML Answers The 101 Most-Asked Questions" series. In this resource, Fr. Turner briefly and pastorally answers the most frequently asked questions he (and others) receives from RCIA coordinators, team members, and pastors, etc. It is designed as a quick reference for initiation ministers to give a general overview to parts of the process. Divided according to each period of the RCIA, Turner provides solid answers that reference the ritual.

Journey of Faith for Teens introduces teens to the Catholic faith in a way that's relevant to where they are in their own lives, using an engaging pastoral style. Based on the ever-popular and long-running adult Christian initiation program from Liguori Publications, Journey of Faith and Jornada de Fe (previously, Camino de Fe) addresses relevant life issues, faith topics, and questions in a catechetical approach to RCIA. The lessons in Journey of Faith for Teens, Catechumenate address complex and sensitive issues from a contemporary perspective with authority and understanding. The topics in Catechumenate include the RCIA process and rites, salvation history, on each of the sacraments, Church history, dignity of life, social justice, and moral living. Engaged teens learn better, which is why we've combined collaborative activities with group discussions and private journaling to appeal to a variety of learners in a way that's flexible enough for you to modify to your unique needs.

This guide will help RCIA coordinators, catechists, and DREs with suggestions on how to adapt the Rite for children in their parish, considering th varying ages and states of faith formation.

An Introduction to the RCIA: The Vision of Christian Initiation serves as a basic primer for those involved with Christian Initiation ministry. Written by Fr. Ron Lewinski, this resource provides an overview of the four stages of initiation and their accompanying rituals as well as questions for discussion and reflection.

Christian initiation is a gradual process "suited to the spiritual journey of adults that varies according to the many forms of God's grace, the free cooperation of the individuals, the action of the Church and the circumstances of time and place". How does that fit into a program modeled after the school year? It doesn't, argues Mary Birmingham. The Rite of Christian initiation of adults describes an initiation process that exists at the heart of the church's life and on the same schedule as the church: every day, all year long. This book will help you imagine, envision, understand and implement a year-round catechumenate in your parish. --Book cover