The Role of the Coordinator in Christian Initiation
The Role of the Coordinator in Christian Initiation

Author: Donna M. Eschenauer

Publisher: LiturgyTrainingPublications

Published: 2017-11-21

Total Pages: 180

ISBN-13: 1618332384

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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 Training Initiation Ministers
Guide for Training Initiation Ministers

Author: Michael Ruzicki

Publisher: LiturgyTrainingPublications

Published: 2017-07-07

Total Pages: 146

ISBN-13: 1616713542

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This resource provides RCIA coordinators with the tools needed to train everyone involved in the formation of new adult Christians.

Disciples Making Disciples
Disciples Making Disciples

Author: Victoria M. Tufano

Publisher: LiturgyTrainingPublications

Published: 2017-12-14

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 1616713720

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Introduce members of your assembly to the most basic information about the process of Christian initiation with this colorful little booklet. After briefly explaining some of the circumstances that prompt people to seek initiation in the Catholic Church, author Victoria M. Tufano suggests simple ways that assembly members can support them in their faith journey: pray for them, be present and participate at the rites of initiation, be hospitable, give witness, and volunteer. The book is illustrated throughout by Alejandro Romero.

Understanding the Sacraments of Initiation
Understanding the Sacraments of Initiation

Author: Randy Stice

Publisher: LiturgyTrainingPublications

Published: 2017-04-03

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 1616713135

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Guiding readers through the rites of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist, Understanding the Sacraments of Initiation explores the way in which the sacraments of Initiation affect and influence one’s daily Christian life.

Year-round Catechumenate
Year-round Catechumenate

Author: Mary Birmingham

Publisher: LiturgyTrainingPublications

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 172

ISBN-13: 9781568544120

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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

One at the Table
One at the Table

Author: Ronald A. Oakham

Publisher: LiturgyTrainingPublications

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 176

ISBN-13: 9781568540702

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A resource for learning more about the reception of baptized Christians into the full communion of the Catholic church.

Marriage in the Lord, Seventh Edition
Marriage in the Lord, Seventh Edition

Author: Leisa Anslinger

Publisher: Liturgy Training Publications

Published: 2020-08-04

Total Pages: 82

ISBN-13: 1616715766

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A liturgically-based pastoral and practical resource for couples preparing for marriage. It will help them discuss important issues related to communication, finances, reconciliation, sex, spirituality and prayer, and discipleship. It will help ground a couples formation through the lens of the Marriage rite and provide tools for discussion.

The Liturgy
The Liturgy

Author: Corinna Laughlin

Publisher: LiturgyTrainingPublications

Published: 2018

Total Pages: 82

ISBN-13: 1616714255

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The Catholic Church teaches that the celebration of the liturgy is the “source and summit of the Christian life” (Lumen gentium, 11). Participating in the liturgy—the Mass, the Liturgy of the Hours, the sacramental rites, blessings, and other official rites—is the most important act of Catholic Christians, for it is through the liturgy that the faithful give praise to God, thank him for his blessings, and go forth strengthened and challenged to life as Christ’s disciples in the world. This easy-to-read resource explores what it means to call liturgy “source and summit.” It will help the Catholic faithful to understand the meaning of the liturgy and its importance to our life of faith, experience Christ’s four-fold presence in the various Church rites, come to a deeper relationship with God, and reflect on the transforming power of the liturgy to change the world.

Guide for Lectors and Readers, Second Edition
Guide for Lectors and Readers, Second Edition

Author: Michael Cameron

Publisher: Liturgy Training Publications

Published: 2021-07-10

Total Pages: 81

ISBN-13: 1616715782

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Because readers provide a bridge between the Word of God and the assembly, helping Christ speak to his people, they need to understand, believe, and love the Word of God they proclaim. The Introduction to the Lectionary calls for a preparation for lectors and readers that includes spirituality, biblical and liturgical formation, and technical instruction for proclamation. This book provides exactly that in an inviting and readable style that grounds readers in essential knowledge and inspires them to keep learning and growing. This resource includes: Theological and historical reflections on the liturgy and the ministry; Practical skill-building and advice for serving in this role; Ways to deepen your spirituality and call to discipleship; Answers to frequently asked questions; Recommended resources; A glossary; Questions for discussion and reflection